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NTF to help build more quarantine facilities in Laguna
The National Task Force (NTF) Against COVID-19 has pledged to establish additional quarantine facilities in Laguna to accommodate asymptomatic or mildly symptomatic patients.
The national government will assist in transforming the Cabuyao Athletes Basic School into a new isolation facility.
The NTF met with local government officials from Cabuyao and San Pablo City to strengthen their collaboration in addressing the COVID-19 pandemic.
Secretary Vince Dizon emphasized the importance of integrated systems involving private companies, local government units, and barangays, with the national government providing necessary equipment.
Dizon expressed confidence that the cooperation between national and local governments will expedite the National Action Plan against infectious diseases.
The NTF is committed to continuing its initiatives aimed at safeguarding the well-being of vulnerable populations.
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