Koko Pimentel breaches Makati Med protocols, apologizes
Senator Koko Pimentel tested positive for COVID-19 and visited Makati Medical Center (MMC) to accompany his pregnant wife, breaching hospital protocols.
Pimentel apologized but maintained he never intended to breach any protocol.
The MMC acknowledged the apology but expressed concern over the emotional impact on its staff.
Health Secretary Francisco T. Duque III confirmed it was a breach of protocol and vowed to address the matter.
Private lawyer Rico Quicho is looking into possible legal charges against Pimentel for violating quarantine protocols.
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