DOH-13 monitors 16 PUMs amid nCoV threat
DOH-13 is monitoring 16 persons under monitoring (PUM) in Caraga Region who have traveled to China within the last 14 days but do not show symptoms of novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV).
Surigao del Norte has declared a heightened alert against 2019-nCoV due to its popularity as a tourist destination, especially Siargao Island.
The province requires tourists and travelers to register their contact information, nationality, travel history, and hotel details upon entry.
Seven Chinese nationals in Surigao del Norte are under voluntary home quarantine while the local government is coordinating with barangay officials to identify and assist constituents showing symptoms of 2019-nCoV.
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