Zambales confirms first coronavirus case
Zambales reported its first case of coronavirus on Thursday.
The patient is a 73-year-old US citizen residing in Barangay San Gregorio, San Antonio.
He had traveled to Metro Manila and Cavite before returning to Zambales on March 15.
Upon developing symptoms such as fever and diarrhea the following day, he sought medical consultation at Our Lady of Lourdes International Medical Center in Olongapo City and was later referred to President Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Hospital.
His test results confirmed a positive case for COVID-19 on Thursday.
The patient is currently stable and advised to continue strict self-quarantine and monitoring at home.
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