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Gatchalian, Binay test negative for coronavirus
Senators Sherwin Gatchalian and Nancy Binay have both tested negative for COVID-19, marking a significant relief amidst the rising number of cases.
Senator Gatchalian announced the good news, stating he is now ending his self-quarantine after receiving his negative test result.
He assured the public that his office will continue its functions under the enhanced community quarantine guidelines.
Gatchalian urged everyone to adhere to government protocols to prevent further increase in COVID-19 cases.
Senator Binay also received a negative test result for COVID-19, as confirmed by Health Secretary Francisco Duque III.
Both senators had opted for self-quarantine after a resource person in a Senate hearing they attended tested positive for the virus.
Another senator, Juan Miguel Zubiri, had previously announced his positive result for COVID-19.
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