Catanduanes gov, wife test positive for COVID-19 | Inquirer News

Catanduanes gov, wife test positive for COVID-19

LEGAZPI CITY — Catanduanes governor Joseph Cua and his wife tested positive for the new coronavirus disease (COVID-19).

Cua disclosed in a statement on Tuesday that they contracted the virus but are only manifesting mild symptoms.

“Rest assured that the Governor’s Office continues to function given that I am able to work online as I quarantine,” he said in a statement.

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He said all personnel at the governor’s office and his family tested negative.

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But the main building of capitol will be closed to the public on Wednesday morning for disinfection.

Regular work transactions will resume in the afternoon.

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In a Department of Health – Bicol report, as of January 25, the province has 155 confirmed cases of COVID-19.

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