Manila Bulletin
PUI in Olongapo City tests negative for COVID-19
Olongapo City is monitoring its first person under investigation (PUI) for COVID-19, who arrived from Taiwan.
The PUI, admitted on February 13, 2020, voluntarily contacted the City Health Office after experiencing fever and cough.
The patient has since tested negative for COVID-19 and was discharged from quarantine on Saturday afternoon.
Health workers are continuing to monitor the patient in isolation and have implemented all necessary precautionary measures.
The city government assured the public that the City Health Office, James L. Gordon Memorial Hospital, and the local task force are doing everything to protect them against COVID-19.
The Olongapo COVID-19 Task Force spokesperson reminded the public to maintain proper hygiene and to only rely on official statements to avoid the spread of fake news.
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