Manila Bulletin
COVID-19 cases among Coast Guard frontliners rise to 1,616
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) reported an increase in active COVID-19 cases among its personnel, reaching 85 as of September 29, 2020.
This brings the total number of COVID-19 cases within the PCG to 1,616, with 1,531 recoveries and no reported deaths.
The PCG also noted 21 cases of reinfection, with five individuals still active and 16 having recovered for a second or third time.
The completion of the PCG's exclusive quarantine facility, designed to house 224 personnel, has been delayed until October 5.
This facility is intended to improve the management and recovery of active COVID-19 cases within the organization.
PCG personnel continue to be active in front-line services, including transportation initiatives for health workers and stranded individuals.
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