Sen Lacson, Gatchalian test positive for COVID-19

Senators Panfilo Lacson and Sherwin Gatchalian tested positive for COVID-19 on January 7.

Both senators are asymptomatic or experiencing mild symptoms and are in self-isolation following strict health protocols.

Lacson's test result was received on January 6, while Gatchalian announced his positive result on the same day.

Gatchalian urged the public to get their booster shots 'right away' as he is showing that vaccines are effective against the virus.