Philippine News Agency
More cops get Covid-19
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has recorded 4,068 total COVID-19 cases among its personnel.
Of the total cases, 64 new infections were reported, with most occurring in the National Capital Region (NCR) among front-liners on patrol and at quarantine checkpoints.
A total of 2,806 PNP personnel have recovered from the virus, while the death toll remains at 16.
The PNP is also monitoring 2,960 suspected cases and 718 probable infections.
PNP chief Gen. Archie Gamboa noted that police offices in Central Visayas, Calabarzon, and Central Luzon have the next highest number of COVID-19 cases among cops after NCR.
Personnel who test positive for COVID-19 undergo a 14-day quarantine and another test; once cleared, they rest for seven to 10 more days before returning to duty.
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