Sen. Leila Barros tests positive for COVID-19

Former Brazilian volleyball star and current Senator Leila Barros has tested positive for COVID-19.

Barros underwent an RT-PCR test after experiencing fever and body aches, but imaging exams showed no lung damage.

She is currently in home isolation and expressed gratitude for the comforting messages from her fans.

Barros, a two-time Olympic bronze medalist, was popular in the Philippines after competing in a FIVB World Women's Volleyball Grand Prix in Manila 20 years ago.

She shared her faith in recovery and prayed for strength for all those fighting the disease.

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