Vico Sotto confirms coronavirus cases in Pasig City; implements 'precautionary measures'

In response to the rising number of coronavirus patients in the country, Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto implements precautionary measures to secure the safety and health of the residents in the city.

On Facebook, Vico shared that he is closely coordinating with the Department of Health to prevent the growing number of cases.

He wrote, “As announced by the DOH, there is a COVID-19 patient (not a Pasig resident) currently confined in Medical City Pasig.

“There is also a COVID-19 patient who is a Pasig resident, but is currently confined in a private hospital outside of Pasig.

“The LGU is closely coordinating with the DOH. The hospitals are secure.

“We are also implementing precautionary measures based on DOH and WHO guidelines. This includes, but is not limited to: contact tracing (most important); dedicated response teams observing proper protocol; disinfection of public spaces; cancelation of all public events and gatherings; and applications for permits for large private events on hold.”

As of writing, President Rodrigo Duterte has already signed the executive order declaring a public health emergency due to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreaks in the country.

Mayors Joy Belmonte of Quezon City and Marcelino Teodoro of Marikina City have also announced that there are confirmed cases of COVID-19 in their respective cities.

Similarly, noontime show Eat Bulaga has recently announced the temporary suspension of admission of a live studio audience to help prevent the spread of the virus and ensure the health and safety of its talents, staff, crew, and members of the audience.

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