Rep. Janette Garin (File photo from Philippine Daily Inquirer)
MANILA, Philippines — Former health secretary and now Iloilo Rep. Janette Garin has tested positive for COVID-19.
Garin made the announcement Wednesday, saying that she is currently on home quarantine and has mild symptoms including colds, coughing, fever, and chills.
“Despite following the minimum health protocols and being extra cautious, I tested positive for COVID-19,” Garin said in a statement.
“It is fortunate that I am fully vaccinated. I can sleep soundly with the hope that this will not be severe despite my pre-existing conditions: asthma, hypertension, and Raynaud’s disease,” she added.
Garin said she has also advised those she has been in contact with since Monday to quarantine.
“Hindi naman apektado ang aking pang-amoy at panlasa. Ngunit under strict monitoring pa rin dahil ako ay tachycardic (mabilis na pagtibok ng puso),” Garin said.