CONTACT tracing mobile applications are emerging as a powerful tool in fighting the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) pandemic. Contact tracing refers to the act of tracking down potential virus carriers, isolating them and preventing them from continuing the virus chain. Traditionally, contact tracing is labor-intensive and may not be viable in areas where there is a high community transmission rate. France, Israel, Germany, Singapore, South Korea and other Asian countries have deployed or have made proposals for tech-assisted contact tracing measures. Contact tracing efforts in the Philippines are now led by the Department of the Interior and Local Government, specifically the Philippine National Police.

Source: Manila Times May 04, 2020 16:32 UTC