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Robredo: Luzon lockdown extension best option to stem COVID-19 spread
Vice President Leni Robredo backed the extension of the Luzon-wide enhanced community quarantine until April 30 to help "flatten the curve" of COVID-19 infections.
She cited studies, including one sponsored by Ayala, indicating a high chance of cases peaking in May if the lockdown were lifted prematurely.
Robredo stressed the importance of public understanding for the necessity of the extended lockdown to ensure cooperation.
She also emphasized that the government must provide cash aid to the poor, who will be significantly impacted by the prolonged lockdown.
President Duterte approved the extension of the Luzon lockdown until April 30, as announced by Cabinet Secretary Karlo Nograles.
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The Philippine government is considering extending the enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) due to the continued rise in COVID-19 cases and deaths, with no significant flattening of the curve observed yet.
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DILG Secretary Eduardo Año stated that the extension of the enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) until April 30, 2020, is a necessary measure to contain the spread of COVID-19, based on the advice of health experts.
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President Rodrigo Duterte extended the enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) in Luzon until April 30, 2020.
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Senate Minority Leader Franklin Drilon supports extending the enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) in Luzon until April 30, stressing the need for more data and ensuring food supply.
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Chief implementer of the National Action Plan against COVID-19, Carlito Galvez Jr., stated that the enhanced community quarantine may be extended in some areas affected by the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).
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