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Zambales reports first positive coronavirus case
Zambales province has confirmed its first case of the novel coronavirus disease, a 73-year-old US citizen residing in San Antonio town.
The patient experienced fever and diarrhea after traveling to Metro Manila and Cavite prior to the implementation of lockdowns.
He initially sought medical attention at Our Lady of Lourdes International Medical Center in Olongapo City before being referred to President Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Hospital in Iba.
Contact tracing efforts have commenced following the release of his positive test results on Thursday, March 26.
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