MANILA, Philippines — Department of Interior and Local Government Secretary Eduardo Año has tested positive for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) for the second time. The interior secretary disclosed this in a statement sent to reporters on Sunday morning. "Last night, August 15, I received my test result informing me that I am once again positive for COVID-19," Año said. Año is among the top three officials designated to implement the National Action Plan against COVID-19 and is a member of the Inter-Agency Task Force on Emerging Infectious Diseases, the government's coronavirus task force. By adhering to these guidelines, we can all help keep our loved ones and our community safe," Año said.

Source: Philippine Star August 16, 2020 02:37 UTC