GMA News pillar Arnold Clavio tests positive for COVID-19
Multi-awarded TV-radio host Arnold Clavio has announced via his Instagram account that he contracted the highly-contagious COVID-19.
The country is currently experiencing challenging days with the rapid increase of COVID-19 infections. Yesterday, January 9, the Philippines recorded a positivity rate of 44 percent with 28,707 new cases. This brought the total active cases to over 128,000 individuals.
Arnold shared the sad news last Sunday (January 9) and reminded fellow Kapuso to take the public health problem seriously.
“After almost two years, this is my first time to be infected by Covid19 virus… It's real and serious… Although may mild symptoms ako, like cough due to hyperacidity, last Thursday may close contact ako sa isang nag-positive.”
He continued, “Immediately I had my antigen test done and it turned out 'negative'… Yesterday, after his RT-PCR test, the result was 'negative'… This morning, para makasiguro, I had my antigen test again and bad news - I am 'positive'… And the only way to fight this virus is a positive thought…
“Sa kabila ng pag-iingat ko, wearing of mask, hand washing, social distancing, vitamins, immune booster, lots of vitamin D, tinamaan pa rin ako and I don't know how… So be careful everyone… See you after 7 to 14 days of isolation… God is good! Amen.”
Several celebrities reacted to Arnold's post and all are praying for his quick recovery including Yasmien Kurdi and fellow Unang Hirit co-host Connie Sison.
Before the day ended, the highly-respected Kapuso news personality took to Instagram once again to thank everyone for their support and prayers.
“Goodnight, everyone. Thank you for all your prayers. 'Di ko ito malalagpasan, kung wala kayong lahat. At promise, magpapalakas ako para sa inyo. We will heal as one. Prayers also sa mga nakakaranas ng pagsubok katulad sa akin. Trust in the Lord and we'll be triumphant. Amen!!!”
Aside from Arnold, other celebrities who recently got infected include Candy Pangilinan and Pia Wurtzbach.
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