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This is CLRG's special coverage on news stories concerning the COVID-19 pandemic in the Philippines. It provides a one-stop-page for LGUs who may want to read, review, or revisit news about how different LGUs in the country respond to the crisis. This also includes news of national scale but are affecting how LGUs respond to the issue. 

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Prevention and Containment

Check more recent stories for this theme (October 5, 2020 onwards)

Metro Manila under ECQ from August 6 to 20
Inquirer, July 30, 2021

Contact tracing of UK,  South African variants of COVID-19 done in Occidental Mindoro
Inquirer, July 27, 2021

P13.5-M isolation facility to rise in Iloilo town
Philippine News Agency, July 13, 2021

Quezon City forms Delta variant task force
Philippine Star, July 16, 2021

​Valenzuela mayor not keen on removing curfew hours amid COVID-19 quarantine
CNN Philippines, October 4, 2020

IATF rejects call for increased capacity in churches
Philippine Star, October 4, 2020

Tagaytay orders hotels, restaurants closed every Monday for disinfection
Rappler, October 4, 2020

Pangasinan town still Covid-19 free
Sunstar, October 4, 2020

DFA to temporarily suspend operations in Tuguegarao consular office during MECQ
GMA News, October 3, 2020

More than a hundred Baguio cops stricken with COVID-19
Inquirer, October 3, 2020

Travel of LSIs to Samar to be suspended for two weeks
Manila Bulletin, October 3, 2020

Effective contact tracing leads to discovery of 63 COVID-19 cases in Baguio City
Manila Bulletin, October 3, 2020

Boracay restaurant, hotel workers applied as contact tracers —DILG
GMA News, October 3, 2020

DOH urges public to continue health protocols, COVID 19 is still here
Manila Bulletin, October 3, 2020

Transmission rate of COVID-19 in Muntinlupa slows down
Manila Bulletin, October 2, 2020

COVID-19 case doubling time in QC now at 44 days
Manila Bulletin, October 2, 2020

Partying restricted as Boracay opens doors to more tourists
Manila Bulletin, October 2, 2020

Increased health system capacity, better tracing efficiency boost PH COVID-19 response — DOH
Manila Bulletin, October 2, 2020 

Siquijor posts 1st COVID-19 case in more than a month
Manila Bulletin, October 2, 2020

Legazpi City police suspends station services due to COVID-19 threat
Manila Bulletin, October 2, 2020

Tuguegarao to revert back to MECQ
Manila Bulletin, October 2, 2020

Navotas, Valenzuela LGUs cancel Christmas parties amid COVID-19 pandemic
GMA News, October 2, 2020 

DILG says first batch of 10k contact tracers hired, training has begun
GMA News, October 2, 2020​ 

DOH-Davao reports Covid-19 transmission in workplaces
Sunstar, October 2, 2020

Stricter safety protocols up in Iloilo City
Sunstar, October 1, 2020

Batanes confirms second COVID-19 case
GMA News, October 1, 2020 

Over 55,000 applied to be COVID-19 contact tracers —DILG exec
GMA News, October 1, 2020

Cavite gov’t allows visits to cemeteries from October 1 to 27
GMA News, October 1, 2020

Batangas to ramp up coronavirus testing as cases near 7,000
ABS-CBN News, October 1, 2020 

Batanes confirms second COVID-19 case
ABS-CBN News, October 1, 2020 

Lanao del Norte boosts COVID-19 response with new molecular lab
ABS-CBN News, October 1, 2020 

Drilon urges DILG to delegate some tasks to local gov't units
​ABS-CBN News, October 1, 2020 

92 police trainees contract COVID-19 in Baguio: chief
ABS-CBN News, October 1, 2020 

No Luneta 'Traslacion'? Quiapo Church eyes changes in Black Nazarene feast amid pandemic
​ABS-CBN News, October 1, 2020 

Cavite allows visits to cemeteries from October 1 to 27
Manila Bulletin, October 1, 2020

‘MGCQ for NCR in November not impossible’— Roque
Manila Bulletin, October 1, 2020

Batanes won’t accept tourists until end of 2020
Manila Bulletin, October 1, 2020 

Cagayan governor recommends placing Tuguegarao City under total lockdown
Manila Bulletin, October 1, 2020

Visitors to Dagupan City required to register online
Manila Bulletin, October 1, 2020
 

Kabankalan hospital temporarily closed for disinfection from COVID-19
Inquirer, October 1, 2020

Metro Manila mayors mulling cancellation of LGU Christmas parties
Inquirer, October 1, 2020

MGCQ in Metro Manila by November? ‘Not an impossibility,’ says Palace
Inquirer, October 1, 2020

As Boracay reopens, Binay asks DILG: Are we prepared to contact trace tourists?
Inquirer, October 1, 2020

Tagbilaran hospital chief says facility safe after worker infected with coronavirus
Inquirer, October 1, 2020

Batanes: Enhanced measures until October 13
Philippine Star, October 1, 2020

Mayors, experts want steady COVID-19 decline before MGCQ
Philippine Star, September 30, 2020

Palace stands by senior restrictions
Philippine Star, September 30, 2020

War-torn Marawi sees coronavirus surge: mayor
ABS-CBN News, September 30, 2020

Group seeks dialogue to decongest jails amid virus threat
ABS-CBN News, September 30, 2020

Manila LGU offers free swab tests for certain workers in the city
Philippine Star, September 30, 2020

Liquor ban lifted in Tacloban City but drinking allowed only inside homes
Inquirer, September 30, 2020

MMC chair: NCR may shift to MGCQ by November if decline in COVID cases continues
Inquirer, September 30, 2020

Metro Manila mayors eyeing removal of curfew hours
Inquirer, September 30, 2020

Muntinlupa gov’t closes Alabang Country Club for golf tournament amid quarantine
Inquirer, September 30, 2020​

4 towns nearly isolated from rest of Isabela are spared from COVID-19
Inquirer, September 30, 2020

Palace pleased majority of Filipinos follow health measures vs COVID-19
Inquirer, September 30, 2020

‘Going for quality, not quantity’: In allowing tourists back, Cebu warns vs COVID-19 protocol violation
Inquirer, September 30, 2020​ 

Baguio City to tighten measures on gatherings, travelers' entry amid spike in COVID-19 cases
CNN Philippines, September 29, 2020

Stricter security, imposition of health protocols in bus stations ordered
Inquirer, September 29, 2020 

Zamora orders reservation system for cemetery visitors
Inquirer, September 29, 2020

LSI is Batanes’ 1st COVID-19 case
Inquirer, September 29, 2020

Philippines extends coronavirus curbs for another month to prevent ‘Christmas surge’
Inquirer, September 29, 2020

LGUs must fulfill 'very stringent criteria' before reverting to lockdowns, IATF doctor says
CNN Philippines, September 29, 2020 

Roque: Metro Manila might still shift to MGCQ
Manila Bulletin, September 29, 2020

Duterte satisfied with efforts of LGUs in containing COVID-19 spread
Manila Bulletin, September 29, 2020

Clustering of cases, health system capacity were factors why NCR remains under GCQ — DOH
Manila Bulletin, September 29, 2020

Two week ‘timeout’ checked COVID-19 spike; sustained efforts urged
Manila Bulletin, September 29, 2020

​DOT issues dos and don’ts for ‘staycations’ in GCQ areas
Philippine Star, September 29, 2020

San Juan City fights off COVID-19 with hundreds of contact tracers
​ABS-CBN News, September 29, 2020

SWS: 8 out of 10 Filipinos wear facemasks vs. COVID-19
GMA News, September 29, 2020

Coronavirus cases decline, but deaths increase in September
Sunstar, September 29, 2020​

Lanao del Sur governor asks IATF for break from returning LSIs
GMA News, September 29, 2020

Baguio records biggest spike in COVID-19 cases ahead of opening to Ilocos region tourists
September 29, 2020

Batanes reports first coronavirus case
Sunstar, September 29, 2020

Iloilo City places 34 barangays under lockdown due to COVID-19
GMA News, September 28, 2020

Ex-IATF adviser cites decrease in COVID-19 cases but warns vs. MGCQ in NCR
GMA News, September 28, 2020

On workers' appeal to do away with face shields, DOH says it's up to IATF
GMA News, September 28, 2020

Palace: Not unreasonable to require face masks, shields at work
Philippine Star, September 28, 2020

​Parañaque, Taguig issue rules for early cemetery-goers
Philippine Star, September 28, 2020

Comelec looking into mail-in voting for senior citizens, PWDs for 2022
Philippine Star, September 28, 2020

Duterte keeps Metro Manila under GCQ for entire October
Inquirer, September 28, 2020

Mandatory wearing of face shield in workplaces reasonable, Palace tells business groups
Inquirer, September 28, 2020​

Baguio City to remain vigilant vs COVID-19 amid partial reopening
Inquirer, September 28, 2020

DOH calls for proper disposal of face masks, PPEs
Inquirer, September 28, 2020

​Palace: Some cities in Metro Manila eligible for MGCQ
Inquirer, September 28, 2020

DOH sees downward trend in COVID-19 cases
Inquirer, September 28, 2020

UP expert: Still premature to ease quarantine restrictions nationwide
Manila Bulletin, September 28, 2020 

Proper disposal of healthcare wastes stressed
Manila Bulletin, September 28, 2020​

Metro Manila, 5 other places to stay under GCQ
Manila Bulletin, September 28, 2020

DOH warns vs. complacency on COVID-19 downward trend
Manila Bulletin, September 28, 2020 

Face shields, isolation rooms needed in workplaces; business must share responsibility with gov’t — Roque
Manila Bulletin, September 28, 2020 

Poe wants strict protocols in place before provincial buses begin entering NCR on Sept. 30
Manila Bulletin, September 28, 2020

Marcos urges opening public spaces to the people
Manila Bulletin, September 27, 2020

Complete health protocols for prov’l buses sought
Manila Bulletin, September 27, 2020

Nograles: Some Metro Manila cities may now seek less strict quarantine
Manila Bulletin, September 27, 2020

DOH warns vs further easing Metro Manila quarantine
Philippine Star, September 27, 2020

Cops ordered to monitor bars as violations of COVID-19 measures persist
Philippine Star, September 27, 2020

DFA consular office in SM Megamall suspends operations for disinfection
ABS-CBN News, September 27, 2020

Sports, fitness centers kaniya-kaniyang pagpapatupad ng health protocol
​ABS-CBN News, September 27, 2020

Iloilo City under MECQ for 15 days
Philippine Star, September 26, 2020

As COVID-19 cases decrease, Iloilo City wants shift to GCQ next week
ABS-CBN News, September 26, 2020

Pasay to schedule cemetery visits
Philippine Star, September 26, 2020

No home isolation for asymptomatics
Philippine Star, September 26, 2020

40 pasahero mula Metro Manila nagpositibo sa COVID-19 pagdating sa Davao City
ABS-CBN News, September 26, 2020

Ospital ng Lungsod ng Dipolog isinara para sa disinfection
ABS-CBN News, September 26, 2020

UP experts note COVID-19 downtrend but says Metro Manila should remain in GCQ
​ABS-CBN News, September 26, 2020

20 barangays in Iloilo City under lockdown due to spike in COVID-19 cases
CNN Philippines, September 26, 2020

UP experts: PH 'healing' but MGCQ in Metro Manila not advised; 410k COVID-19 cases seen in October
CNN Philippines, September 26, 2020

40 passengers on plane from Manila test positive for COVID-19 in Davao City
CNN Philippines, September 26, 2020

Palace reminds LGUs to follow IATF Undas guidelines
Manila Bulletin, September 26, 2020​

Biz groups seek workers' exemption from mandatory wearing of face masks, shields
GMA News, September 25, 2020

DOH: COVID-19 critical care cases spiking
Philippine Star, September 25, 2020

6 Rizal villages declared COVID-19 ‘hotspots’
Philippine Star, September 25, 2020

Taguig inaugurates mega COVID-19 facility
​ABS-CBN News, September 25, 2020 

Villar sets up portable hand-washing stations
Manila Bulletin, September 25, 2020

Most Metro Manila mayors still want GCQ in NCR — Año
Manila Bulletin, September 25, 2020

Mikey Arroyo asks Comelec about possible postponement of 2022 polls amid pandemic
GMA News, September 24, 2020

DILG to continue hiring contact tracers until target is reached, says spox
GMA News, September 24, 2020

DILG still open for applications for contact tracers
Philippine Star, September 24, 2020

Metro Manila mayors likely to extend GCQ
Philippine Star, September 24, 2020

Lockdown sa compound sa Bacoor, pinalawig ng isa pang linggo
ABS-CBN News, September 24, 2020

Galvez urges Batangas to send self-isolating COVID patients to quarantine facilities
ABS-CBN News, September 24, 2020

Iloilo City mulls MECQ status for 15-days
ABS-CBN News, September 24, 2020

To shift to MGCQ, Metro Manila needs to expand COVID-19 hospital bed capacity— official
​ABS-CBN News, September 24, 2020

Local business groups back Concepcion’s call for MGCQ in Metro Manila
Manila Bulletin, September 24, 2020

Iloilo City placed under MECQ from Sept. 25 to Oct. 9
Manila Bulletin, September 24, 2020

IATF urged to create stricter guidelines on disposal of face masks, PPEs
Manila Bulletin, September 24, 2020

PMA still off-limits to tourists
Philippine Star, September 23, 2020 

Quezon City maintains drop in new COVID-19 cases
Philippine Star, September 23, 2020 

Empleyado sa Iwahig Prison and Penal Farm, nagpositibo sa COVID-19
​ABS-CBN News, September 23, 2020 

Hired contact tracers to begin work on Oct. 1, Año says
GMA News, September 23, 2020

Galvez laments health protocol violations at Manila Bay ‘white beach’
Manila Bulletin, September 23, 2020

COVID-19 mitigation measures in schools, offices in place — DepEd
Manila Bulletin, September 23, 2020

IATF still mulling easing of quarantine, says DOH
Manila Bulletin, September 23, 2020

LGUs urged to ensure face masks, COVID protective gear won’t pollute eco-systems
Manila Bulletin, September 23, 2020

‘Home quarantine tack for Batangas COVID-19 patients leads to spike’ — Galvez
Manila Bulletin, September 23, 2020

Metro Manila not ready for MGCQ — expert
Manila Bulletin, September 23, 2020

Infectious disease expert warns: Lifting quarantine restrictions will be dangerous
Manila Bulletin, September 23, 2020

Labella allows limited visits to cemeteries on September 26-October 28
Sunstar, September 22, 2020

600 contact tracers to help Cebu City teams
Sunstar, September 22, 2020

DILG says deadline for application of contact tracers until Sept. 23, 2020
GMA News, September 22, 2020

MGCQ for Metro Manila by end of the month if...
Philippine Star, September 22, 2020

17 areas in Pangasinan under watch for COVID-19
Philippine Star, September 22, 2020 

Davao City lifts liquor ban but sale curfew remains
​ABS-CBN News, September 22, 2020

​Concepcion backs COVID-19 breath test
Philippine Star, September 21, 2020 

Senators want PGH extension built in UP Los Baños instead of Diliman
​ABS-CBN News, September 21, 2020

Over 227k contact tracers deployed nationwide, says Galvez
GMA News, September 21, 2020 

City steps up contact tracing, testing efforts
Sunstar, September 21, 2020

Most new coronavirus infections in Cebu City from grocery stores, public markets
Rappler, September 21, 2020

​Majority of QC contact tracer applicants have incomplete requirements: official
ABS-CBN News, September 20, 2020 

Bataan to impose ‘no QR code, no entry’ policy
Philippine Star, September 20, 2020

Checkpoints up to keep 'unauthorized' Metro Manila tourists out of Tagaytay
Philippine Star, September 20, 2020

DOH warns on incorrect use of UV light to sanitize objects
Manila Bulletin, September 20, 2020

Comelec-Davao closes for disinfection
Sunstar, September 20, 2020

Cemeteries limited to 30% visitor capacity before, after Undas 2020
GMA News, September 20, 2020

Public markets, supermarkets no. 1 Covid sources
Sunstar, September 20, 2020

Cavite police ordered to boost presence in prov’l borders, Tagaytay
Manila Bulletin, September 20, 2020

Why gov’t pushed to ease distancing in public transport
Manila Bulletin, September 20, 2020

​PNP chief relieves Ermita Police Station commander for failure to control crowds at 'white sand' beach
CNN Philippines, September 20, 2020

Baguio COVID-19 cases surge again
Philippine Star, September 19, 2020

COVID-19 forces postponement of 15 licensure exams
Philippine Star, September 19, 2020

​Metro mayors drafting guidelines for early cemetery-goers ahead of Undas closure 
ABS-CBN News, September 19, 2020

Stricter quarantine rules up in South Cotabato
Inquirer, September 19, 2020

LOOK: Crowd gathers at Manila Bay's new 'white beach'
CNN Philippines, September 19, 2020

DOH supports President’s decision on 1-meter distance in public transport
Manila Bulletin, September 19, 2020

​Gov't scraps distance-reduction rule in public transport
CNN Philippines, September 19, 2020

​DOH, Metro mayors back Duterte’s decision to keep 1-meter distancing in PUVs
Inquirer, September 19, 2020

Duterte keeps 1-meter distancing in public transport
Manila Bulletin, September 19, 2020

PPA rolls out ‘Traze’, COVID-19 contact tracing system for port users
Manila Bulletin, September 19, 2020

DOTr will ‘aggressively comply’ with 1-meter physical distancing in public transport
Manila Bulletin, September 19, 2020

Physical distancing not observed during Manila Bay 'white sand beach' opening
GMA News, September 19, 2020

Medical community welcomes gov’t decision to maintain 1-meter distancing in PUVs
Manila Bulletin, September 19, 2020

Doctors’ group seeks end to all lockdowns
Philippine Star, September 18, 2020

​Government pandemic czars reject GenSan return to ECQ
ABS-CBN News, September 18, 2020

​IATF OKs pilot study on antigen testing for local border virus screening
ABS-CBN News, September 18, 2020

​Duterte places Philippines under state of calamity until September 2021
ABS-CBN News, September 18, 2020

Cemeteries closed on All Saints Day amid pandemic
BusinessWorld, September 18, 2020

Dagupan imposes liquor ban anew amid rising COVID-19 cases
Inquirer, September 18, 2020

​Maguindanao provincial capitol under lockdown due to COVID-19
GMA News, September 18, 2020

Bello: DOLE deployed 5,000 workplace inspectors amid COVID-19
GMA News, September 18, 2020

Gov't orders closure of cemeteries, columbariums nationwide from Oct. 29 - Nov. 4
GMA News, September 18, 2020

28 brgys in Iloilo City placed under surgical lockdown
Manila Bulletin, September 18, 2020

₱300 million allocated for free face masks
Manila Bulletin, September 18, 2020

Duterte places PH under state of calamity until Sept. 2021: battle vs. COVID-19 pandemic continues
Manila Bulletin, September 18, 2020

Distance doesn’t matter in closed spaces of public transport — expert
Manila Bulletin, September 18, 2020

Palace: All PH cemeteries, memorial parks, columbariums, closed from Oct. 29-Nov. 4
Manila Bulletin, September 18, 2020

Former DOH Secretary Cabral backs reduced physical distancing in public transport
Manila Bulletin, September 18, 2020

Reduced physical distancing ‘will cause disaster, derail flattening of the curve’ — Leachon
Manila Bulletin, September 18, 2020

Taguig City government expands barangay lockdown
Manila Bulletin, September 18, 2020

​Baguio begins 3-day free COVID-19 testing for high-risk sectors
ABS-CBN News, September 17, 2020 

Gov’t to give free face masks to the public in next 2 months — DTI
BusinessWorld, September 17, 2020

All cemeteries in Negros Occidental ordered closed for All Saints’, All Souls’ Day
Inquirer, September 17, 2020

One-meter physical distancing remains in effect in Cebu City
Manila Bulletin, September 17, 2020

1-meter distance among PUV passengers stays until Duterte issues decision
Inquirer, September 17, 2020 

Vizcaya town market closed for 5 days after 9 vendors test positive for coronavirus
Inquirer, September 17, 2020

Carrying capacity of Baguio City parks monitored
Sunstar, September 17, 2020

Zamboanga del Norte records first local transmission of COVID-19
Rappler, September 17, 2020

Metro Manilans need medical certificate, travel pass for Tagaytay visit — Roque
Manila Bulletin, September 17, 2020

Tagaytay-bound tourists from Metro Manila, Batangas borders still need travel pass
Manila Bulletin, September 17, 2020

US donates 5,000 hygiene kits, 16 handwashing stations to Manila to fight COVID
Manila Bulletin, September 17, 2020

Gov’t suspends reduced physical distancing in public transportation
Manila Bulletin, September 17, 2020

MMC awaits IATF approval of cemetery closure dates – MMDA official
Manila Bulletin, September 17, 2020

Angono mayor orders all cemeteries closed from Oct. 30 to Nov. 3
Manila Bulletin, September 17, 2020

DOH warns public against improper use of UV light for disinfection
Rappler, September 16, 2020

Valenzuela to ban establishments from manually collecting contact tracing info starting Oct. 5
Manila Bulletin, September 16, 2020

'We might go back to ECQ': Año says reduced physical distancing in PUVs 'dangerous'
Philippine Star, September 16, 2020

Palace tells agencies to work together to provide free face masks for poor Filipinos
Philippine Star, September 16, 2020

​Health expert proposes staggered business hours: 'Para 'di sabay-sabay pumapasok'
ABS-CBN News, September 16, 2020

​DOH studying increase in COVID-19 cases, but says PH ‘faring better’ at hospital occupancy
ABS-CBN News, September 16, 2020

Duterte orders gov’t agencies to produce, distribute free face masks
Inquirer, September 16, 2020 

Medical community appeals for GenSan to be placed under ECQ
Manila Bulletin, September 16, 2020

Duterte orders 6 agencies to pool funds for production, distribution of free face masks
Manila Bulletin, September 16, 2020 

Duterte to decide soon on reduced distancing in public transport
Manila Bulletin, September 16, 2020

UP experts: New COVID-19 cases increase, but reproduction number still below 1
GMA News, September 15, 2020

Youth group urges DOTr to keep one-meter distance policy
Manila Bulletin, September 15, 2020

Healthcare group asking IATF to reconsider reduced physical distancing in public transport
Manila Bulletin, September 15, 2020 

Reduced distancing in public vehicles may lead to 686 new COVID-19 cases daily – DOH
Manila Bulletin, September 15, 2020

Reduced physical distancing in public transport a ‘reckless decision’ – Mayor Tiangco
Manila Bulletin, September 15, 2020

Tagum City may community transmission ng COVID-19 - task force
​ABS-CBN News, September 15, 2020

Isang metrong physical distancing sa business establishments mananatili
ABS-CBN News, September 15, 2020

Remulla asks public to refrain from going to Tagaytay City
GMA News, September 15, 2020

PNPA lockdown to last until September 30 — director
GMA News, September 15, 2020

Cemeteries in Negros Occidental will be closed during 'Undas'
Sunstar, September 15, 2020

100 families quarantined after exposure to COVID-19 patient in Kidapawan
Manila Bulletin, September 14, 2020

DOH: Be extra vigilant in areas where physical distancing cannot be practiced
Manila Bulletin, September 14, 2020

Reduced physical distancing in public transport needs further study — expert
Manila Bulletin, September 14, 2020

In Cebu City, 70 businesses suspend operations to meet minimum health standards
Rappler, September 14, 2020 

Cemeteries in Ilocos Norte to remain open for Undas 2020
GMA News, September 14, 2020

PNP Academy on lockdown after 232 cadets contract COVID-19
ABS-CBN News, September 14, 2020

‘Too soon’: Doctors group opposes eased distancing in public vehicles
Philippine Star, September 14, 2020 

Metro Manila cemeteries closed from Oct. 29 to Nov. 4, 2020
GMA News, September 14, 2020 

DOH may recommend nationwide cemetery closure on Undas
GMA News, September 14, 2020

Philippines’ COVID-19 tally tops 265,000; new deaths hit record high
GMA News, September 14, 2020

DOTr defends reduced physical distancing in public transport, says it is backed by studies
Manila Bulletin, September 14, 2020 

Public urged to dispose of used face masks properly
Manila Bulletin, September 14, 2020​

Cemeteries in NCR closed from Oct. 29 to Nov. 4; cremation, interment allowed
Manila Bulletin, September 14, 2020

Bacolod issues MECQ guidelines
Rappler, September 13, 2020​

9 Bataan villages under lockdown, says governor
Rappler, September 13, 2020​

Metro Manila cemeteries closed on Undas 2020
Rappler, September 13, 2020 

‘No Movement Day’ ipinatutupad sa Lanao del Sur para pagpahingahin ang frontliners
ABS-CBN News, September 13, 2020 

Task force creates Facebook page for complaints on quarantine violations
Philippine Star, September 13, 2020

Muntinlupa: Hospitals must report COVID-19 cases
Philippine Star, September 13, 2020

Pasay LGU launches contact tracing app for employees
Manila Bulletin, September 13, 2020 ​

DILG begins hiring of 50,000 contact tracers
Manila Bulletin, September 13, 2020 

17 Eastern Visayas isolation facilities completed
Philippine Star, September 13, 2020

DILG to hire 50,000 contact tracers
Inquirer, September 13, 2020 

Cebu City to also close cemeteries on ‘undas’
Manila Bulletin, September 13, 2020  

Ilocos Norte closes borders to LSIs for 6 days
Manila Bulletin, September 13, 2020

Navotas mayor opposes reduced physical distancing in public transportation
Manila Bulletin, September 13, 2020 

Taytay to require use of mobile contact tracing application in all establishments
Manila Bulletin, September 13, 2020 ​​

MMDA: Metro mayors agree to close cemeteries in their turfs on Nov. 1 and 2
Manila Bulletin, September 13, 2020

ValTrace: Valenzuela naglunsad ng sariling contact tracing platform
ABS-CBN News, September 12, 2020

​Metro Manila mayors amenable to ‘Undas’ cemetery closures
Philippine Star, September 12, 2020

Proposed ban on home quarantine put on hold
Philippine Star, September 12, 2020

COVID-19 cases declining in Metro Manila hospitals
Manila Bulletin, September 12, 2020

Community hospital in Negros Oriental placed under lockdown
Inquirer, September 12, 2020

StaySafe.ph app to be used in transpo centers in coming weeks
Inquirer, September 12, 2020

PPA to launch ‘Traze’ contact-tracing app in port terminals next week
Manila Bulletin, September 12, 2020

3 villages in Tubigon, Bohol placed under granular lockdown due to COVID-19
GMA News, September 12, 2020

Alfonso and Carmona towns to close cemeteries on All Saints’, All Souls’ Day
Manila Bulletin, September 11, 2020

GenSan seeks GCQ status to address growing number of COVID-19 cases
Manila Bulletin, September 11, 2020

Parañaque to close cemeteries, columbariums during Undas
GMA News, September 11, 2020

Dabawenyos asked to visit cemeteries early
Sunstar, September 11, 2020 

No cemetery visits on ‘undas’ in Iloilo City
Manila Bulletin, September 11, 2020

Navotas City not yet ready for MGCQ — Mayor Tiangco
Manila Bulletin, September 11, 2020

No cemetery visits on ‘undas’ in Iloilo City
Manila Bulletin, September 11, 2020

Sarrat mayor imposes expanded lockdown in 5 brgys, some sitios
Manila Bulletin, September 11, 2020

Hard lockdown mulled in 9 Bataan villages due to spike in COVID-19 cases
Inquirer, September 11, 2020

Koronadal City imposes stricter quarantine as virus cases spike
Inquirer, September 11, 2020

New home quarantine protocol for COVID-19 to be finalized by gov’t next week
​ABS-CBN News, September 11, 2020 

​14-day lockdown ipatutupad sa 9 na barangay sa Mariveles
ABS-CBN News, September 11, 2020 

Molecular lab sa Pasig City, pasado sa certification test
ABS-CBN News, September 11, 2020

Zamora orders closure of cemeteries, columbaries in San Juan during Undas
GMA News, September 10, 2020

Metro Manila mayors eye unified Undas policy amid COVID-19 pandemic
GMA News, September 10, 2020​​

Pagsasara ng mga sementeryo sa Undas, suportado ng mga obispo
GMA News, September 10, 2020​​

Kauna unahang kaso ng COVID-19 local transmission naitala sa Aklan
GMA News, September 11, 2020​

Benitez, Paduano lead metro 3rd contact tracing seminar
Sunstar, September 11, 2020​

Bacolod gov't to move 488 COVID-19 patients from homes to isolation facilities
Rappler, September 10, 2020 

​Obispo tutol sa pagsasara ng lahat ng mga sementeryo sa Undas
ABS-CBN News, September 10, 2020

​Pagdalaw sa mga sementeryo sa Calamba, Batangas City sa Undas ipinagbawal
ABS-CBN News, September 10, 2020

​Gov't looking at alternative schemes for Undas 2020 cemetery visits
ABS-CBN News, September 10, 2020

Cemeteries in Valenzuela closed from Oct. 30 to Nov. 3
Manila Bulletin, September 10, 2020 

Abalos orders all cemeteries in Mandaluyong closed from Oct 31 to Nov. 3
Manila Bulletin, September 10, 2020

New daily cases of COVID-19 start decreasing in Valenzuela – Mayor Gatchalian
Manila Bulletin, September 10, 2020  

Nueva Vizcaya town seeks MECQ extension
Philippine Star, September 10, 2020

Roque proposes staggered visitation in cemeteries for ‘Undas’ 2020
Inquirer, September 10, 2020

Some 13% of Filipinos do not own a face mask, survey suggests
Philippine Star, September 10, 2020

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No mass gatherings in Angeles City: Festivals suspended, cemeteries closed
Inquirer, September 10, 2020 

​Metro Manila mayors 'unanimous' on closure of cemeteries during Undas: MMDA
ABS-CBN News, September 9,  2020

​Nueva Vizcaya town extends MECQ status until Sept. 30
Inquirer, September 9, 2020 

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Gov't eyes using antigen tests to detect COVID-19 among returning OFWs
ABS-CBN News, September 9,  2020

​Workplace transmission of COVID-19 seen in Zambales, Bataan
​ABS-CBN News, September 9,  2020

No Bar exams for 1 year
Philippine Star, September 9, 2020

DILG Zamboanga on lockdown after staffers test positive for virus
GMA News, September 9, 2020

Extreme lockdown to be imposed on residential compound in Muntinlupa
GMA News, September 9, 2020

Task force vs. COVID-19 eyes prohibiting public from going to cemeteries during Undas
GMA News, September 9, 2020 

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Bacolod, Lanao del Sur under MECQ
Philippine Star, September 9, 2020

44 Koronadal City health office personnel under quarantine after workers test positive for COVID-19
Philippine Star, September 9, 2020

Ilocos PNP still on lockdown
Philippine Star, September 9, 2020

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More Metro Manila mayors closing cemeteries on 'Undas'
CNN Philippines, September 9, 2020 

DoLE vows more inspections to ensure safety of workers this pandemic
Manila Bulletin, September 9, 2020

Residential compound in Muntinlupa on lockdown after 11 test positive for COVID-19
Manila Bulletin, September 9, 2020

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GCQ in Tacloban extended until Sept. 30
Manila Bulletin, September 9, 2020 

50,000 more contact tracers to ramp up efforts vs COVID-19
Manila Bulletin, September 9, 2020

Bacolod issues MECQ guidelines
Rappler, September 9, 2020 

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IATF OKs halt in LSIs’ travel to Western Visayas, Iligan City, Lanao del Sur
Inquirer, September 8, 2020

Ilocos regional cop office on lockdown again after more personnel contract COVID-19
Inquirer, September 8, 2020

Spread of COVID-19 in Manila slowing down, but Philippines not out of the woods yet—experts
Inquirer, September 8, 2020

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Taguig records case-doubling rate of 19 days
Inquirer, September 8, 2020

Pangasinan market popular for selling tastiest ‘bangus’ to be closed Sept. 10
Manila Bulletin, September 8, 2020

Health and safety protocols should be observed at home, says testing czar
Manila Bulletin, September 8, 2020

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Cases of local transmission continue to rise in Soccsksargen
Manila Bulletin, September 8, 2020

Leonardia appeals for cooperation after Bacolod reverted back to MECQ
Manila Bulletin, September 8, 2020

Public behavior critical in sustaining ‘flattening of curve’
Manila Bulletin, September 8, 2020 

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2 Region 7 contact tracing teams sent to Western Visayas
Manila Bulletin, September 8, 2020 

GenSan could be placed under MECQ — Año
Manila Bulletin, September 8, 2020

Too early to say if NCR can move to more relaxed quarantine classification
Manila Bulletin, September 8, 2020

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2 areas in Taguig City under 16-day lockdown due to rise in COVID-19 cases
Manila Bulletin, September 8, 2020

Ilocos region police HQ placed on lockdown after 25 cops test positive for COVID-19
Manila Bulletin, September 8, 2020

If trend continues, Filipinos may ‘unmask’ before end of the year — UP expert
Manila Bulletin, September 8, 2020

Cemeteries in Manila City will be temporarily closed from October 31 to November 3
Philippine Star, September 8, 2020

1 barangay, 6 puroks in Bago City on lockdown
Sunstar, September 8, 2020​

Residents ‘confused’ after Bacolod placed under MECQ
Rappler, September 8, 2020 

Bacolod quarantine status raised to MECQ
Sunstar, September 8, 2020

​​​MECQ in August 'big factor' in flattening COVID-19 curve in NCR —UP expert
GMA News, September 7, 2020 

​Bacolod City, Lanao del Sur revert to MECQ
Manila Bulletin, September 7, 2020

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Pateros issues quarantine guidelines
Manila Bulletin, September 7, 2020

Building in Navotas placed under lockdown after 25 get COVID-19
GMA News, September 7, 2020​

​Duterte places Lanao del Sur, Bacolod City under MECQ
Rappler, September 7, 2020 

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Bacolod, Lanao del Sur placed under MECQ amid COVID-19 spread
 GMA News, September 7, 2020

UP researchers say Bacolod City should be under MECQ due to rising COVID-19 cases
GMA News, September 7, 2020​

PSA enumerators gear up vs. COVID-19 to take census
GMA News, September 7, 2020

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DOH exec: Clustering of COVID-19 cases in Philippines highest in communities, transportation, BPOs
GMA News, September 7, 2020

‘Sustained efforts needed,’ says UP research team; ‘flattening of curve doesn’t mean COVID-19 crisis is over’
Manila Bulletin, September 7, 2020

​DOH says strategies vs pandemic 'working' as COVID-19 transmission rate stays below 1
Rappler, September 7, 2020​​

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Valenzuela passes ordinance for proper disposal of face masks, face shields, PPEs
Manila Bulletin, September 7, 2020

Galvez warns of 2nd wave if we let our guard down
Manila Bulletin, September 7, 2020 

Bacolod, Negros officials want to implement own protocols for LSIs, ROFs
Manila Bulletin, September 7, 2020

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IATF approves mandatory wearing of face shields in supermarkets, malls
Manila Bulletin, September 7, 2020

Bontoc suspends entry of LSIs
Manila Bulletin, September 7, 2020 

Duterte: Lockdowns, public obedience helped flatten PH’s COVID-19 curve
Inquirer, September 7, 2020

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NCR folk urged to keep guard up vs COVID-19 despite ‘flattening curve’
Inquirer, September 7, 2020

Robredo targets distribution of 100k cloth face masks for #MasKampante project
Inquirer, September 6, 2020

UP expert: PH’s virus curve already flattened, but no cause for excitement yet
Inquirer, September 6, 2020

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Targeted lockdowns eyed in Calamian Islands; 50 COVID-19 cases so far
Inquirer, September 6, 2020

Entire building in Navotas public housing site under lockdown
Inquirer, September 6, 2020

Lockdown eyed in 11 Cotabato City communities
Manila Bulletin, September 6, 2020

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Hospitals, labs told to explain incomplete case reporting system
Manila Bulletin, September 6, 2020

DILG ready to hire an additional 50,000 contact tracers
Manila Bulletin, September 6, 2020

Philippines’ coronavirus curve has flattened – UP expert
Manila Bulletin, September 6, 2020

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Angara pushes digital payments to stop COVID spread
Manila Bulletin, September 6, 2020

Baliuag tightens border control for two weeks
Manila Bulletin, September 6, 2020

PH flattens COVID-19 curve, but public urged not to be ‘overly excited’ — research group
CNN Philippines, September 6, 2020

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Caloocan eyes quarantine wristbands for COVID-19 patients
Manila Bulletin, September 6, 2020

Pasay creates QR code for COVID-19 contact tracing
Manila Bulletin, September 6, 2020

Southern Leyte LGUs suspend entry of LSIs
Manila Bulletin, September 6, 2020​

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Quezon City barangays put up quarantine facilities
Philippine Star, September 6, 2020

Metro Manila churches, pwede na hanggang 10 percent ng kapasidad
ABS CBN News, September 6, 2020

Government eyes flattening of curve by end of month
Philippine Star, September 6, 2020

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Castilla District Hospital in Sorsogon closed over COVID-19 case —LGU
GMA News, September 6, 2020

COVID-19 curve for Metro Manila has flattened, but don't be complacent – UP expert
Rappler, September 6, 2020

Virus cases slow down, but critical patients increase
Sunstar, September 6, 2020

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Lanao del Sur under MECQ from Sept. 7 to 30 as COVID-19 cases rise
Inquirer, September 5, 2020

Lanao del Sur under MECQ beginning Sept. 7; Nueva Vizcaya town tightens restrictions
CNN Philippines, September 5, 2020

Wearing of face shield now a must in Mandaluyong
Manila Bulletin, September 5, 2020

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Lanao del Sur, Marawi City to revert back to MECQ starting Sept. 7
Manila Bulletin, September 5, 2020

Pasay, Valenzuela upgrade contact tracing efforts
Inquirer, September 5, 2020

Baguio COVID-19 testing, tracing lead to discovery of more infections
Manila Bulletin, September 5, 2020

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Lanao del Sur to be placed under MECQ starting Sept. 7
GMA News, September 5, 2020

Critical care utilization rates down after MECQ
Philippine Star, September 5, 2020

2 ospital sa Antipolo sarado muna matapos magpositibo sa COVID-19 ilang empleyado
ABS-CBN News, September 5, 2020

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Pasay City to use QR code for COVID-19 contact tracing
ABS-CBN News, September 5, 2020

DILG allays data privacy concerns regarding StaySafe contact-tracing app
ABS-CBN News, September 5, 2020

Stranded Pinoys told to coordinate with LGUs on trips as hundreds camp out on streets
ABS-CBN News, September 4, 2020

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Home quarantine, lack of LGU knowledge on contact tracing and protocols caused COVID-19 transmission in communities — Galvez
Manila Bulletin, September 4, 2020

2 areas in Barangay 26 under localized focused containment
Sunstar, September 4, 2020

Cagayan de Oro records 17 new Covid-19 cases
Sunstar, September 4, 2020

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QC partners with private companies, NGOs in fight vs COVID-19
Manila Bulletin, September 4, 2020

Mandaluyong now requires wearing of face shields in public places
Inquirer, September 4, 2020 

IATF backs no-contact policy on issuance of permits
Manila Bulletin, September 4, 2020 

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​Año backs mayors’ proposal to postpone voter registration
Philippine Star, September 3, 2020 

Palace: People camping outside LNMB should go home, wait for trips to provinces
Philippine Star, September 3, 2020

Cebu contact tracers lend a hand to Iloilo, Bacolod
Rappler, September 3, 2020
 
 

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Benguet tourist ban stays
Sunstar, September 3, 2020

DOH: Contact tracing must be done even if COVID-19 test results still pending
GMA News, September 2, 2020

Voter registration being monitored after mayors asked for postponement —Año
GMA News, September 2, 2020

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Strict compliance with minimum health standard key to containing COVID spread
Manila Bulletin, September 2, 2020

‘Dispose of face masks, other hazardous wastes properly,’ DOH and DENR appeal to public
Manila Bulletin, September 2, 2020 

21 Tacloban communities locked down due to COVID-19 threat
Manila Bulletin, September 2, 2020

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Cimatu underscores role of brgy officials in Bacolod’s COVID fight
Manila Bulletin, September 2, 2020

Bacolod to impose quarantine pass requirement, border control to stem spread of COVID
ABS-CBN News, September 2, 2020

SC extends suspension of transfer of inmates amid continuing quarantine
Philippine Star, September 2, 2020

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AEC conducts disinfection amid suspected coronavirus-positive employee
Sunstar, September 2, 2020

Comelec: Eligible voters aged 18-21, senior citizens may register amid COVID-19 pandemic
GMA News, September 2, 2020

Mayors seek deferment of census, voter registration
Philippine Star, September 2, 2020

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LGUs, businesses endorse cashless expressway transactions
Sunstar, September 2, 2020

Month-long general quarantine level set in Metro Manila, 4 other areas; only Iligan City under stricter measure
BusinessWorld, September 1, 2020

9 contract COVID-19 in gym sessions with health worker
Philippine Star, September 1, 2020

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'All-out': Task force vows tighter curfew enforcement amid GCQ extension
Philippine Star, September 1, 2020

Church capacity: From 10 persons to 10%
Philippine Star, September 1, 2020

Isko Moreno to give P100,000 to Manila barangays with no new COVID-19 cases for 2 months
Rappler, September 1, 2020

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Vizcaya town wants tougher lockdown as COVID-19 cases surge
Inquirer, September 1, 2020

Strict health protocols must be observed in gyms – Mayor Isko
Manila Bulletin, September 1, 2020

Security will still be tight under MGCQ in Cebu City
Manila Bulletin, September 1, 2020

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Religious gatherings back to 10% of venue capacity in NCR —Palace
GMA News, September 1, 2020

Iloilo mayors oppose new rules easing return of OFWs to their hometowns
Inquirer, September 1, 2020

Iligan City placed under MECQ due to limited health care capacity
CNN Philippines, September 1, 2020

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One-month GCQ will promote stability in localities — Roque
Manila Bulletin, September 1, 2020

Iligan City placed under MECQ due to limited hospital capacity
Manila Bulletin, September 1, 2020

Bacoor puts two community markets under 14-day lockdown after 21 vendors contract COVID-19
Manila Bulletin, September 1, 2020

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‘Discard face masks properly to minimize high risk of contamination’ — DENR
Manila Bulletin, September 1, 2020

COVID task force intensifies curfew enforcement
Manila Bulletin, September 1, 2020

Negros Occidental imposes 7-day moratorium on air, sea travel
Manila Bulletin, September 1, 2020

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DOH attributes spike in Western Visayas COVID-19 cases to contact tracing
Manila Bulletin, September 1, 2020

Metro Manila mayors recommending GCQ for another 30 days — Olivarez
GMA News, August 31, 2020​

Vergeire: We cannot maintain strict community quarantine measures vs. COVID-19
GMA News, August 31, 2020​

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Most areas in Metro Manila adjusted curfew hours as NCR retained GCQ status — Palace
GMA News, September 1, 2020
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Observe health and safety protocols, Comelec reminds new voter registrants
GMA News, August 31, 2020

COVID-19 task force wants quarantine status reviewed monthly
CNN Philippines, August 31, 2020

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Duterte keeps Metro Manila under GCQ until September 30
Rappler, August 31, 2020

Experts urge gov't to place Bacolod City under MECQ as cases surge
Rappler, August 31, 2020

Iligan reverts to MECQ; NCR, 4 others under GCQ
Sunstar, August 31, 2020

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Bacolod, Tacloban join NCR under GCQ; Iligan placed under MECQ
GMA News, August 31, 2020

UP experts recommend MECQ for Bacolod, Iligan, Iloilo City
GMA News, August 31, 2020

Gov’t considering longer community quarantine periods
Rappler, August 31, 2020​

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More cops sent to business districts as more establishments reopen
Philippine Star, August 31, 2020

​Palace: Metro Manila mayors favor GCQ with shorter curfew hours
Philippine Star, August 31, 2020

Manila City brgys. with no COVID-19 infection for 2 months to get P100,000 each
ABS-CBN News, August 31, 2020

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Metro Manila mayors want another round of GCQ starting Sept. 1
CNN Philippines, August 31, 2020

₱100K to be awarded to barangays in Manila City with no COVID-19 cases for 2 months
CNN Philippines, August 31, 2020

DILG reminds public: Wear your face masks, face shields in commercial establishments, public transport
Manila Bulletin, August 31, 2020

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Roxas City begins 2-week moratorium on return of OFWs, LSIs
Manila Bulletin, August 31, 2020

Metro mayors recommend 30-day GCQ in NCR
Manila Bulletin, August 31, 2020 

Manila offers P100K for brgys with zero COVID-19 case in Sept, Oct
Inquirer, August 31, 2020

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Town hall, health offices in Nueva Vizcaya on lockdown due to COVID-19
Inquirer, August 31, 2020​

Gomez places Ormoc under GCQ starting Sept. 1
Manila Bulletin, August 30, 2020

Poe to DILG: Tap barangay health workers, unemployed in contact tracing drive
Inquirer, August 30, 2020

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San Juan mayor wants Metro Manila to remain under GCQ
CNN Philippines, August 30, 2020

Metro Manila should remain under GCQ – Mayor Zamora
Manila Bulletin, August 30, 2020

New Metro quarantine status known Monday
Manila Bulletin, August 30, 2020

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Pasay to enforce ordinance on face mask, face shield starting Sept 1
Manila Bulletin, August 30, 2020

DILG told to intensify contract tracing efforts
Manila Bulletin, August 30, 2020

Pasig to implement mandatory use of face shields this week
Manila Bulletin, August 30, 2020

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DoLE Region 4-A develops QR code for health checklist
Manila Bulletin, August 30, 2020

EOC to look into Covid-19 'outside transmission'
Sunstar, August 30, 2020

Baguio to ease restrictions starting Aug. 31; passes not needed to enter establishments
GMA News, August 30, 2020 

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Metro Manila hospital occupancy rate for COVID-19 lower after MECQ
Philippine Star, August 30, 2020

Duterte expected to announce new quarantine classifications on Monday
Philippine Star, August 30, 2020

Belmonte bares best responses vs COVID-19
Philippine Star, August 30, 2020

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Nueva Vizcaya seeks return to MECQ
Philippine Star, August 30, 2020

Metro Manila dapat manatili sa GCQ: San Juan mayor
​ABS-CBN News, August 30, 2020

How Cainta disinfects its COVID facility without stopping operations
Manila Bulletin, August 29, 2020

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Farm work still requires face masks, shields in Bulacan
Inquirer, August 29, 2020

DepEd assures safety protocols in place in delivery of self-learning modules
Manila Bulletin, August 29, 2020

COVID-19 cases has slowed down – Dizon
Manila Bulletin, August 29, 2020

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NCR not yet ready for MGCQ
Manila Bulletin, August 29, 2020

UP OCTA: We won’t recommend NCR shift to MGCQ yet
GMA News, August 29, 2020

Covid-19 test centers monitored
Sunstar, August 29, 2020

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Duque: Revert to ECQ, MECQ to cause irreversible damage to PHL economy
GMA News, August 29, 2020 
 
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Negros Occidental logs almost 1,400 new COVID cases in 2 weeks; DOH says due to LSIs
ABS-CBN News, August 29, 2020

More than 92% of C. Luzon firms comply with COVID-19 protocols — DOLE
Manila Bulletin, August 28, 2020

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UNDP gives face masks, hygiene packs for detainees to check COVID-19 spread
Manila Bulletin, August 28, 2020 

Mayor Sara postpones re-opening popular night market, lifting of liquor ban in Davao City
Manila Bulletin, August 28, 2020

‘Cebu formula’ eyed to address Bacolod’s COVID-19 woes
Manila Bulletin, August 28, 2020

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Cebu city gov’t mandates additional requirement for returning LSIs, APORs from Manila
Manila Bulletin, August 28, 2020

DOH: Surge in Negros Occidental virus cases traced to returning LSIs
Inquirer, August 28, 2020

Granular lockdowns, testing to be enforced in COVID-19-affected Negros Occidental areas
Inquirer, August 28, 2020

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New COVID-19 cases in Cavite drop with enforcement of MECQ
Inquirer, August 28, 2020

PNP to recommend GCQ extension for Cebu City
Sunstar, August 28, 2020

Cimatu tells Bacolod : Bring COVID-19 battle down to barangays
Rappler, August 28, 2020

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Spike in infections in Negros Occidental traced to LSIs
Sunstar, August 28, 2020

LSIs caused spike of COVID-19 cases in Negros Occidental —DOH
GMA News, August 28, 2020

Baguio eyes tourism bubble with nearby provinces: mayor
ABS-CBN News, August 27, 2020

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Magalong: Metro Manila far from hitting contact tracing target
CNN Philippines, August 27, 2020

Travel authority still required for cross border trips
CNN Philippines, August 27, 2020

10, 000 addt’l contact tracers needed in Metro Manila – DILG
Manila Bulletin, August 27, 2020

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All vehicles to use RFID in NLEX, SCTEX starting Nov. 2
Manila Bulletin, August 27, 2020

Davao City to prohibit improper face mask disposal to avert possible COVID waste crisis
Manila Bulletin, August 27, 2020

Magalong says Baguio in control of COVID cases as high recoveries are recorded
Manila Bulletin, August 27, 2020

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DILG: 10,000 additional contact tracers needed for Metro Manila
Inquirer, August 27, 2020

Bulacan mulls requiring farmers to wear face masks
Inquirer, August 27, 2020

2 barangays in Real, Quezon on lockdown as COVID-19 cases rise
Inquirer, August 27, 2020

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Eastern Visayas wants to revert to GCQ due to surge in COVID-19 cases
CNN Philippines, August 26, 2020

Magalong gives ‘barely passing’ mark for Metro Manila’s contact tracing
Manila Bulletin, August 26, 2020

Need for just one contact tracing app stressed
Manila Bulletin, August 26, 2020

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Face shields not mandatory except when riding public transport – Año
Manila Bulletin, August 26, 2020

Treñas bars non-residents from staying in Iloilo City hotels, inns
Manila Bulletin, August 26, 2020

After success in Cebu City, Cimatu to look into Bacolod’s COVID-19 situation
Manila Bulletin, August 26, 2020

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Galvez commends Muslim Mindanao’s COVID-19 response
Manila Bulletin, August 26, 2020

Philippines risks losing in vaccine race as it battles worst outbreak in Southeast Asia
Businessworld, August 26, 2020

DFA consular office in Tuguegarao suspends operations due to lockdown
ABS-CBN News, August 26, 2020

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Quezon City coronavirus cases soar above 10,000 with new infections
ABS-CBN News, August 26, 2020

Tuguegarao starts 10-day MECQ due to spike in COVID-19 cases
ABS-CBN News, August 26, 2020

1,638 Metro Manila cops get COVID-19
Philippine Star, August 26, 2020

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Tuguegarao City reverts to stricter MECQ due to COVID-19 cases
GMA News, August 26, 2020

Cebu City virus count drops
Philippine Star, August 26, 2020

Labella's plans under MGCQ: Yes to quarantine pass, no to entertainment
Sunstar, August 26, 2020

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Bacolod humingi ng tulong kay Duterte dahil sa lumalalang sitwasyon sa mga ospital
ABS-CBN News, August 25, 2020

Pasig gov’t issues guidelines on proper use of face shields
Manila Bulletin, August 25, 2020

Samar prov’l gov’t requires wearing of face shields in public
Manila Bulletin, August 25, 2020 

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Bayanihan spirit alive in Intramuros amid pandemic
Manila Bulletin, August 25, 2020

DOST to produce bamboo dispensers, foothbaths
Manila Bulletin, August 25, 2020

Indang, Cavite rural health unit closes due to COVID-19
Manila Bulletin, August 25, 2020

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Samar prov’l gov’t suspends entry of LSIs for one month
Manila Bulletin, August 25, 2020

Basilan Community Hospital to reopen after temporary lockdown
Manila Bulletin, August 25, 2020

Catholic masses suspended in Bacolod for 8 days
Manila Bulletin, August 25, 2020

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Tuguegarao returns to stricter community quarantine
Inquirer, August 25, 2020

South Cotabato shuts border to outsiders due to rising number of COVID-19 cases
Inquirer, August 25, 2020​

New barangay schedule implemented in Pasig Mega Market
GMA News, August 25, 2020

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Purok 4B in Barangay Gusa placed under localized focused containment
Sunstar, August 24, 2020

Tacloban City placed again under stricter GCQ after rise in virus cases
Rappler, August 24, 2020

5 cities, towns in Negros Occ to be placed under lockdown for mass testing
GMA News, August 24, 2020

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DOH exec: 40% to 80% incomplete forms on COVID-19 patients hamper contact tracing
GMA News, August 24, 2020

Philippines in talks with 16 vaccine makers to secure supplies
Businessworld, August 24, 2020

DOTr to require motorists to use cashless toll transactions
Manila Bulletin, August 24, 2020

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Pasig needs healthcare workers for its centralized quarantine facility
Manila Bulletin, August 24, 2020

2 puroks in Basilan brgy placed under localized ECQ
Manila Bulletin, August 24, 2020

Barangay coding scheme imposed at Pasig Mega Market
Manila Bulletin, August 24, 2020

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​Belmonte urges DOH to review COVID-19 contact tracing system
Manila Bulletin, August 23, 2020 

Kalinga suspends entry of LSIs to avoid surge in COVID-19 cases
Inquirer, August 23, 2020

Govt conducting on-site training, webinars for contact tracing: czar​
ABS-CBN News, August 23, 2020

Tacloban placed under GCQ anew after sudden spike in COVID-19 cases
Manila Bulletin, August 24, 2020

Samar gov suspends return of stranded persons
Inquirer, August 24, 2020

MMDA requires full-face helmets for motorcycle drivers, pillion riders
Inquirer, August 24, 2020

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Hiring of contact tracers may start in September — DILG exec
Inquirer, August 22, 2020

8 pm to 5 am curfew stays in Bulacan despite return to GCQ
Inquirer, August 22, 2020

Bacolod, Negros Occ. set for 4-day lockdown, mass testing
Manila Bulletin, August 22, 2020

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CHED continues to assist 19 SUCs maintaining quarantine centers
Manila Bulletin, August 22, 2020 

DILG to hire contact tracers once P5-B fund is available
Manila Bulletin, August 22, 2020

Children over 12 should follow same mask rules as adults: WHO
Manila Bulletin, August 22, 2020

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Contact tracing in Metro improves; getting people tested needs support of nat’l gov’t — DILG
Manila Bulletin, August 22, 2020

Heading out? Quarantine passes still needed in most Metro Manila areas
CNN Philippines, August 22, 2020

WHO will soon issue guidance on masks for children
CNN Philippines, August 22, 2020

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Negros Occidental sets 4-day 'timeout weekend' with hard lockdown, mass testing
Rappler, August 22, 2020

Busuanga in Palawan under 48-hour lockdown due to COVID-19 threat
GMA News, August 22, 2020

Pangilinan urges gov't to buy Filipino-made PPEs
GMA News, August 22, 2020

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DILG to start hiring contact tracers in September
GMA News, August 22, 2020

Tabuk City Hall on two-day lockdown​
Manila Bulletin, August 22, 2020

Quarantine pass needed to enter QC establishments, shopping malls
Inquirer, August 21, 2020

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Face shields now required in commercial establishments
Inquirer, August 21, 2020

Davao City retains motorcycle barrier requirement
Manila Bulletin, August 21, 2020 

‘Shot in the arm’: DILG hails additional P5B fund under ‘Bayanihan 2’
Inquirer, August 21, 2020

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Manila-Bicol provincial bus trips suspended
Manila Bulletin, August 21, 2020

Lockdowns would be useless if residents continue to disregard health protocols – DOH-Davao
Manila Bulletin, August 21, 2020

P5-B additional appropriation under Bayanihan 2 will be used for contact tracing — DILG
Manila Bulletin, August 21, 2020

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Quarantine passes, IDs needed for entry in QC establishments, says Mayor Joy
Manila Bulletin, August 21, 2020

8 villages in Leyte town placed on lockdown
Manila Bulletin, August 21, 2020

Stricter quarantine rules contain infections among healthcare workers, data show
CNN Philippines, August 21, 2020

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Wearing of face shield inside commercial establishments now mandatory, says Palace
GMA News, August 21, 2020

Quarantine pass, IDs needed before entering QC establishments
GMA News, August 21, 2020

Face shields now required in malls, other enclosed establishments
CNN Philippines, August 21, 2020

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Critics hit DILG proposal to jail face mask policy violators and made suggestions instead​
Philippine Star, August 21, 2020

Diocese of Bacolod suspends masses anew
Sunstar, August 20, 2020

Palace firm on 10-people limit on religious gatherings
Philippine Star, August 20, 2020

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MMDA exec: 10-person limit upheld for church events in NCR amid GCQ
GMA News, August 20, 2020

Palace on 10-person limit on religious gatherings: ‘Hindi ito forever’
GMA News, August 20, 2020

Luzon, Visayas LGUs want ban on buses from Metro Manila – LTFRB
Inquirer, August 20, 2020

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Palace to religious groups: Use online, follow 10-person limit on gatherings for now
Inquirer, August 20, 2020

90 families under special concern lockdown in Quezon town
Manila Bulletin, August 20, 2020

Mandaluyong, San Juan LGUs urge use of face shields in workplaces, on public transport
Manila Bulletin, August 20, 2020 

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Many LGUs still want borders closed to buses from MM due to COVID
Manila Bulletin, August 20, 2020

Mandatory wearing of face shields in all places still being discussed by IATF, says Roque
Manila Bulletin, August 20, 2020

Riders’ group to help in enforcement of new motorcycle back-riding rules
Manila Bulletin, August 20, 2020

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Makati City gov’t sets dine-in guidelines for quarantine, state of emergency
Manila Bulletin, August 20, 2020

Use of quarantine pass to continue in Parañaque under stricter GCQ
Manila Bulletin, August 20, 2020

Parañaque City gov’t places compound under calibrated lockdown
Manila Bulletin, August 20, 2020

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'5 months na ang pandemic': IATF kinalampag sa natenggang contact tracing app​
ABS-CBN News, August 19, 2020

LPP wants LSIs subjected to swab tests before they are sent home​
Manila Bulletin, August 19, 2020

Stricter GCQ for NCR​
Manila Bulletin, August 19, 2020

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Metro Manila mayors agree on ‘unified’ curfew from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m.
CNN Philippines, August 19, 2020

San Juan city gov’t continues liquor ban, curfew
Manila Bulletin, August 19, 2020

DepEd’s Pasig central office to close Aug. 19-23 for disinfection, contact tracing
Manila Bulletin, August 19, 2020

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IATF, LGUs urged to espouse proper face mask disposal
Manila Bulletin, August 19, 2020

Pasay City gov’t sets guidelines for curfew, alcohol sale under GCQ
Manila Bulletin, August 19, 2020

Valenzuela LGU launches Mega Contact Tracing Center
Manila Bulletin, August 19, 2020 

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Taguig City locks down workers’ quarters, household due to virus clusters
Manila Bulletin, August 19, 2020

NCR mayors to pass ordinance requiring dwellers to wear face shields in public
Inquirer, August 19, 2020

Mandaluyong requires wearing of face shields in workplaces, public transport
Inquirer, August 19, 2020

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Liquor ban, stricter curfew hours stay in San Juan despite GCQ
Inquirer, August 19, 2020

Makati wants more contact tracers
Inquirer, August 19, 2020 

‘No need to lock down 25 Quezon City barangays’
Philippine Star, August 18, 2020

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Makati City to give donated Chinese traditional medicine to COVID-19 patients​
Manila Bulletin, August 18, 2020

Gyms, internet cafes still closed in areas under GCQ — Palace
Manila Bulletin, August 18, 2020

Valenzuela LGU launches Mega Contact Tracing Center​
Manila Bulletin, August 18, 2020

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Lockdown sa Zapote Market sa Bacoor, pinalawig​
ABS-CBN News, August 18, 2020

Liquor ban ipinatupad sa Pura, Tarlac; 2 purok naka-lockdown​
ABS-CBN News, August 18, 2020

Medical societies call for One Hospital Command expansion, other measures to improve COVID-19 response​
ABS-CBN News, August 18, 2020

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NCR’s contact tracing barely improved during MECQ -Magalong
GMA News, August 18, 2020

Metro Manila contact tracing ratio barely improves during 2-week MECQ
Rappler, August 18, 2020

Vergeire: DOH experts studying Interior Secretary's second COVID-19 diagnosis​
ABS-CBN News, August 18, 2020

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Localized ECQ in Nabunturan brgy lifted
Manila Bulletin, August 18, 2020

Bacolod conducts echo-seminars on contact tracing
Sunstar, August 18, 2020

Mayor closes down Angeles City Hall for contact tracing, disinfection
Rappler, August 18, 2020

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Metro Manila, 4 neighboring provinces back under GCQ
Manila Bulletin, August 18, 2020

Bacoor extends market lockdown
Manila Bulletin, August 18, 2020

Davao airport requires all to wear face shield
Sunstar, August 18, 2020

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MECQ ‘not a sustainable strategy’ as it affects people’s livelihood — Galvez
Inquirer, August 18, 2020

Some LGUs do not want provincial bus from NCR to enter borders — LTFRB
Inquirer, August 18, 2020

Solidum to quake victims: Observe social distancing in evacuation centers
Inquirer, August 18, 2020

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Motorcycle barrier no longer needed for riders living in the same house in areas under GCQ, JTF says
CNN Philippines, August 18, 2020

San Juan awaits guidelines on mandatory wearing of face shields
Manila Bulletin, August 18, 2020

MMDA, NGO to disinfect EDSA bus stops as NCR shifts to GCQ
Manila Bulletin, August 18, 2020

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Gov’t orders deployment of teams to visit houses, workplaces in areas with high COVID cases
Manila Bulletin, August 18, 2020

Face masks should be worn even at home — medical expert
Manila Bulletin, August 18, 2020

Contact tracing efforts should be enhanced – DILG
Manila Bulletin, August 18, 2020

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Gov’t tightens strategy in fighting COVID-19 pandemic
Manila Bulletin, August 18, 2020

‘MECQ ‘not a sustainable strategy’, Galvez says, as he bats for ‘granular lockdown’
Manila Bulletin, August 18, 2020

Cardona requires use of face shield with face mask in public places
Manila Bulletin, August 18, 2020

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LGUs urged to pass ordinance requiring face shields
Inquirer, August 18, 2020

Curfew hours must remain while COVID-19 vaccine still unavailable — Eleazar
Inquirer, August 18, 2020

Marikina mayor calls for data sharing among LGUs to improve battle vs COVID-19​
ABS-CBN News, August 17, 2020

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Contact tracing in Calabarzon worsened during MECQ​
ABS-CBN News, August 17, 2020

COVID-19 cases inaasahang bababa sa susunod na 2-3 linggo: grupo
ABS-CBN News, August 17, 2020

Palengke ng Guagua, ini-lockdown dahil sa mga kaso ng COVID-19​
ABS-CBN News, August 17, 2020

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DOH slams Gadon over face mask claim: 'This is not a joking matter'
Rappler, August 17, 2020

'This is not a joking matter': DOH reminds public that experts recommend wearing masks
GMA News, August 17, 2020

NCR mayors seek IATF clarification on use of face shields
GMA News, August 17, 2020​​

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DTI assures sufficient supply of face shields, masks
Manila Bulletin, August 17, 2020

Medical expert for GCQ in NCR
Manila Bulletin, August 17, 2020

MECQ brings down Navotas COVID-19 positivity rate — Tiangco
Manila Bulletin, August 17, 2020

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Davao City ‘purok’ with 65 new COVID-19 cases placed on hard lockdown
Manila Bulletin, August 17, 2020 

Angkas riders to be trained as contact tracers
Inquirer, August 17, 2020

Tesda offers training for contact tracing
Inquirer, August 17, 2020

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Stricter health protocols to be enforced as Metro Manila reverts to GCQ
Manila Bulletin, August 18, 2020

UP researcher bats for 15-day MECQ extension
Manila Bulletin, August 17, 2020

Medical expert urges gov’t to intensify health measures
Manila Bulletin, August 17, 2020

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Marikina mayor highlights importance of contact tracing
Manila Bulletin, August 17, 2020

Metro Manila mayors weigh in on MECQ, GCQ; want stricter GCQ
Manila Bulletin, August 17, 2020

Baguio City places 34 brgys under lockdown
Manila Bulletin, August 17, 2020

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Iloilo City mayor decries Capiz border restriction policy
Manila Bulletin, August 17, 2020

Negros Occidental capitol reopens after 5-day lockdown
Manila Bulletin, August 17, 2020

South Cotabato imposes strict control measures at border checkpoints
Manila Bulletin, August 17, 2020

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DILG seeks P5-B contact tracing budget under Bayanihan 2
Sunstar, August 16, 2020

Police personnel start training in COVID-19 contact tracing
GMA News, August 16, 2020

Bulacan shares anti-COVID-19 best practices
Manila Bulletin, August 16, 2020

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Limited staff prompts DLSUMC’s Internal Medicine Dep’t to stop admitting patients
Manila Bulletin, August 16, 2020

Quarantine status recommendation of MetroManila mayors not to be disclosed, says MMDA
Manila Bulletin, August 16, 2020

IATF: Contact tracing sa Bulacan malayo sa target na bilang
ABS-CBN News, August 16, 2020

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Kapasidad ng private hospitals aaray umano sa pagtigil sa PhilHealth reimbursement
ABS-CBN News, August 16, 2020

TESDA to offer free training for contact tracers
ABS-CBN News, August 16, 2020

Industrial companies sa Laguna, dapat may sariling isolation facilities: IATF
ABS-CBN News, August 16, 2020

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Higit 40 libo, nadagdag sa mga gumaling sa COVID-19: DOH
ABS-CBN News, August 16, 2020

MECQ nakatulong sa pagbaba ng COVID-19 cases: UP expert
ABS-CBN News, August 16, 2020

DOH not amenable to total lockdown in Iloilo City
Manila Bulletin, August 16, 2020

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LTO 7 reports widespread compliance with face shield requirement
Manila Bulletin, August 16, 2020

SafePass, digital contact tracing app, now accessible to all
Manila Bulletin, August 16, 2020

DILG pushes aggressive contact tracing
Manila Bulletin, August 16, 2020

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Strict implementation of health protocols in public transportation sought
Manila Bulletin, August 16, 2020​

Angkas riders tapped as contact tracers in Pasay City
Manila Bulletin, August 16, 2020 

Mobilization of barangay officials could produce 5.5 M contract tracers — Galvez
Manila Bulletin, August 16, 2020

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COVID-19 vaccine trials may start in October – DOST
Manila Bulletin, August 15, 2020

Wearing of face shield inside Camp Crame made mandatory
Manila Bulletin, August 15, 2020

MECQ extension in MM not necessary — UP expert
Manila Bulletin, August 15, 2020

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Caloocan prohibits spitting, nose-blowing in public
Manila Bulletin, August 15, 2020

Face shields mandatory for PUV passengers, in workplace starting today
Manila Bulletin, August 15, 2020

Duque: 20,000 individuals need to be contact traced in Bulacan
GMA News, August 15, 2020

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DTI, DOLE issue new workplace guidelines
Philippine Star, August 16, 2020

Angkas riders tapped as contact tracers in Pasay City
Manila Bulletin, August 15, 2020

Mobilization of barangay officials could produce 5.5 M contract tracers — Galvez
Manila Bulletin, August 15, 2020

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DOH eyes vaccine institute at RITM
Philippine Star, August 15, 2020

Caloocan council passes anti-spitting ordinance
Philippine Star, August 15, 2020

Individual smoking booths, staggered meal times urged in new COVID-19 workplace rules
ABS-CBN News, August 15, 2020

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Except NCR, 4 provinces: Most of PH to stay in relaxed quarantine until Aug. 31
ABS-CBN News, August 15, 2020

PH bans imported chicken from Brazil over possible COVID-19 contamination
Manila Bulletin, August 14, 2020

LTO-7 poised to enforce ‘no face shield, no ride’ policy
Manila Bulletin, August 14, 2020

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IATF urged to meet with medical experts to discuss ways to slow down COVID-19 infection
Manila Bulletin, August 14, 2020

DoLE: Only face shields covering entire face allowed
Manila Bulletin, August 14, 2020

Use of face shield in public transport on Saturday
Manila Bulletin, August 14, 2020

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PH in talks with 16 other vaccine developers for COVID-19, not just Russia — DOH
Manila Bulletin, August 14, 2020

Nograles: Gov’t needs to be more active in enforcing strict localized lockdowns
Manila Bulletin, August 14, 2020

Proper handling of food stressed
Manila Bulletin, August 14, 2020

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Sputnik V available in PH by November
Manila Bulletin, August 14, 2020

Russia may tap 1,000 Filipino volunteers for Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccine trials in PH
Manila Bulletin, August 14, 2020

Special concern lockdown proposed in 25 QC barangays
Manila Bulletin, August 14, 2020

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P200-B needed for COVID-19 vaccination — Sen. Gatchalian
Manila Bulletin, August 14, 2020

Now is the time for Metro Manila to go back to GCQ and learn to live with the coronavirus — medical expert
Manila Bulletin, August 14, 2020

DOLE rejects smoking ban to curb virus
Manila Bulletin, August 14, 2020

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Taguig lifts localized quarantine on BGC construction site
Manila Bulletin, August 14, 2020

‘Wear face masks,’ DOH urges anew, as 4,002 new cases are reported
Manila Bulletin, August 14, 2020

Bello urges Cavite LGUs to help remind firms on health protocols
Manila Bulletin, August 14, 2020

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DOH: Working people comprise bulk of COVID-19 cases in Philippines
Philippine Star, August 14, 2020

Ospital ng Tondo closed for 10 days after 32 doctors, nurses fall ill
ABS-CBN News, August 14, 2020

Angeles City orders mandatory wearing of face shields in public places
Rappler, August 14, 2020​​

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If Congress OKs P5B funds, DILG to field additional contact tracers to COVID-19 hotspots
Inquirer, August 14, 2020

QC gov’t asks city hospitals to send them ASAP lists of COVID-19 positives
Manila Bulletin, August 14, 2020

Nograles wants ‘special concern lockdowns’ in 25 QC barangays
Inquirer, August 14, 2020

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Workplace must be locked down for at least 2 days once a COVID-19 case is confirmed – gov’t
CNN Philippines, August 14, 2020

Marikina locks down portions of three barangays
Manila Bulletin, August 14, 2020

​Must cover the whole face: DOH recommends specifications for face shields used in public
CNN Philippines, August 13, 2020

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DILG seeks P5 B for 50,000 contact tracers
Manila Bulletin, August 13, 2020

Mandatory use of face shields ‘overkill’ – Imee
Manila Bulletin, August 13, 2020

Granular lockdowns to safeguard MM when quarantine eases, DOH says
Manila Bulletin, August 13, 2020

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Pateros isolation facility insufficient for increasing number of COVID-19 patients
Manila Bulletin, August 13, 2020

Magalong frustrated by rise in COVID-19 cases, points to weak contact tracing
GMA News, August 13, 2020

DILG asks Congress to allot P5B from Bayanihan 2 fund for hiring of contact tracers
GMA News, August 13, 2020

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Quezon City urges private hospitals, labs to submit list of people tested for COVID-19
Philippine Star, August 13, 2020

DOH E. Visayas identifies 14 areas with local COVID transmission
Manila Bulletin, August 13, 2020

12 Quezon, Pangasinan villages on lockdown
Philippine Star, August 13, 2020

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Barangay sa Caloocan, isasailalim sa total lockdown
ABS-CBN News, August 13, 2020

Marikina cases take 14 days to double
Philippine Star, August 13, 2020

Sitio sa Parañaque isinailalim sa 4-araw na lockdown
ABS-CBN News, August 13, 2020

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Nueva Ecija town requires wearing of face shields in public places
Inquirer, August 13, 2020

After MECQ, granular lockdowns will ‘safeguard’ Metro Manila - DOH
ABS-CBN News, August 13, 2020

DOH lacks virus contact tracers? Remark ‘blown out of proportion’: official
ABS-CBN News, August 13, 2020

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Quezon City opens satellite contact tracing offices
Philippine Star, August 13, 2020

Parañaque city gov’t places sitio under 4-day lockdown
Manila Bulletin, August 13, 2020

Calapan City placed under MECQ for massive contact tracing
Manila Bulletin, August 13, 2020

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Hotel, BPO put on lockdown for violating quarantine protocols
Inquirer, August 13, 2020

Palawan village faces lockdown after case of coronavirus ‘super spreader’ suspected
Inquirer, August 13, 2020

DOH: Granular lockdowns to ‘safeguard’ NCR when MECQ is lifted
Inquirer, August 13, 2020

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DILG eyes P5B fund in ‘Bayanihan 2’ for contact tracing efforts
Inquirer, August 13, 2020​

Workers required to wear face shields while in the office starting Saturday
CNN Philippines, August 12, 2020

PH can have COVID-19 vaccine by 2nd quarter of 2021 if clinical trials begin this year — expert
Manila Bulletin, August 11, 2020

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PH ready to work with Russia on clinical trials for COVID-19 vaccine, says Borje
Manila Bulletin, August 11, 2020

FDA to get more information on COVID vaccine developed by Russia
Manila Bulletin, August 12, 2020

MMDA to earmark P20-M for COVID-19 vaccine procurement
Manila Bulletin, August 12, 2020 

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Lorenzana wary about new record high virus infections, but won’t retract prediction on Metro Manila’s readiness to return to GCQ
Manila Bulletin, August 12, 2020

PH panel meets with Russian vaccine manufacturer to discuss clinical trials
Manila Bulletin, August 12, 2020

Zubiri proposes P5 B for the purchase of COVID-19 vaccine
Manila Bulletin, August 12, 2020

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Up to P5B for COVID-19 vaccine purchase eyed under Bayanihan 2
Inquirer, August 12, 2020

MMDA to earmark P20-M for COVID-19 vaccine procurement
Manila Bulletin, August 12, 2020

DOH sets suggested retail prices for face shields
Manila Bulletin, August 12, 2020

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Mga empleyado obligado nang magsuot ng face shields sa trabaho
ABS-CBN News, August 12, 2020

Calapan City Mayor Arnan Panaligan already asked the IATF to place the city under MECQ after 42 police trainees undergoing field training there tested positive…
ABS-CBN News (Twitter), August 12, 2020

Negros Occidental provincial capitol under lockdown due to COVID-19 cases
ABS-CBN News, August 12, 2020

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The DOH has no contact tracing team. Here’s why.
InterAksyon, August 12, 2020

DOH: LGUs are ‘main implementers’ of contact tracing efforts
Philippine Star, August 12, 2020

Face shield prices will not be higher than P50, says DOH
GMA Network, August 12, 2020

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Bello: Employees required to wear face shields beginning August 15
GMA Network, August 12, 2020

DOLE mulls mandatory wearing of face shields in workplaces
GMA Network, August 12, 2020

Barangay in Caloocan to go into 7-day lockdown starting Friday, August 14
GMA Network, August 12, 2020

Workers required to wear face shields while in the office starting Saturday
CNN Philippines, August 12, 2020

DOH suspends testing in Panay as COVID-19 infects 6 med techs
Manila Bulletin, August 12, 2020

IATF gives away face masks in Antipolo ahead of large-scale distribution efforts
Manila Bulletin, August 12, 2020

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Bello: Starting Aug 15, workers must wear face shields and face masks
Inquirer, August 12, 2020

P3,000 incentive speeds up contact tracing in San Juan
Manila Bulletin, August 12, 2020

Contact tracing in San Juan ‘fast,’ thanks to P3k cash aid for virus patient
Inquirer, August 12, 2020

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Negros Occidental capitol in Bacolod on lockdown for 5 days due to COVID-19
Inquirer, August 12, 2020

QC ramps up COVID-19 contact tracing efforts
Manila Bulletin, August 12, 2020

Medical community lists down measures to help govt improve its response against COVID-19
Manila Bulletin, August 12, 2020

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Cavite mayors back localized granular lockdowns – Concepcion
Manila Bulletin, August 12, 2020

Gov’t starts to give out free face masks to the poor –Go
Manila Bulletin, August 12, 2020

Employees must wear face shields in workplaces starting on August 15 — DOLE
Manila Bulletin, August 12, 2020

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MECQ may be extended in NCR, 4 provinces if Congress provides ‘ayuda’ – Malacañang
Manila Bulletin, August 12, 2020

Negros Occidental Capitol on 5-day lockdown
Manila Bulletin, August 12, 2020

Panabo City records first case of local transmission; village, church placed under localized ECQ
Manila Bulletin, August 12, 2020

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City in Isabela province relaxes COVID-19 lockdown
Inquirer, August 11, 2020

Group frowns on less strict Metro Manila GCQ as DOH marks highest virus surge
Inquirer, August 11, 2020

Bacoor market under lockdown after vendors, marshals test positive for COVID-19
Inquirer, August 11, 2020

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Palace: MECQ extension ‘possible, but highly unlikely’
Inquirer, August 11, 2020 

Health protocols strengthened to stop the spread of COVID-19 in Butuan City
Manila Bulletin, August 11, 2020

Extended MECQ highly unlikely — Roque
Manila Bulletin, August 11, 2020

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Bacoor City Public Market on lockdown after vendors, security marshal contract COVID-19
Manila Bulletin, August 11, 2020

Fewer COVID-19 cases in Metro Manila during MECQ –Olivarez
Manila Bulletin, August 11, 2020

San Mateo municipal hall to close for 2 days; nine other areas under 2-week lockdown
Manila Bulletin, August 11, 2020

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Barangay in Angono places four areas under ECQ for 15 days
Manila Bulletin, August 11, 2020

No more one-time, big-time sendoffs for LSIs
Manila Bulletin, August 11, 2020

Gov’t urged to extend MECQ for two more weeks
Manila Bulletin, August 11, 2020

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‘Walk the extra mile’ to provide ride for contact tracers, Duterte urges PNP
Manila Bulletin, August 11, 2020

Duterte won’t extend MECQ
Manila Bulletin, August 11, 2020

Makati LGU to launch community vaccination drive vs. pneumonia, flu
Manila Bulletin, August 11, 2020

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Gov't bans dine-in in canteens, smoking areas in workplaces
Rappler, August 11, 2020

Calapan City returns to MECQ after 42 police trainees test positive for COVID-19
GMA Network, August 11, 2020

Palace on MECQ extension: Anything is possible but highly unlikely
GMA Network, August 11, 2020

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Gov’t bans eating in canteens, smoking areas for workplaces during MECQ
GMA Network, August 11, 2020

Palace: No eating in canteens, no communal smoking areas during MECQ
Philippine Star, August 11, 2020

Epekto ng MECQ sa bilang ng kaso ng COVID-19 ‘di pa ramdam sa mga ospital
ABS-CBN, August 11, 2020

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Lorenzana: Metro Manila ‘ready’ bumalik sa GCQ matapos ang Agosto 18
Philippine Star, August 10, 2020

DILG advises poor families to wear face masks at home
Philippine Star, August 10, 2020

‘Stop use of thermal scanners, mists at checkpoints’
Philippine Star, August 10, 2020

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TESDA to produce 50 million reusable masks
Philippine Star, August 10, 2020

Cebu City logs lowest daily COVID-19 cases in three months
ABS-CBN News, August 10, 2020

Año advises wearing of face masks at home as COVID-19 transmission is now per family
GMA Network, August 10, 2020

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Año to families: Wear masks at home
Rappler, August 10, 2020

La Trinidad mandates use of face shield
Sunstar, August 10, 2020

Health, safety measures now mandated by House-approved bill
Manila Bulletin, August 10, 2020

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Impact of MECQ to be felt in 3 weeks or a month, says DOH
Manila Bulletin, August 10, 2020

TESDA to produce up to 50-M reusable face masks to curb COVID-19 spread
Manila Bulletin, August 10, 2020

Palace: MECQ extension up to IATF
Manila Bulletin, August 10, 2020

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NCR ready to revert to GCQ, says Lorenzana; solon thinks otherwise
Manila Bulletin, August 10, 2020

Año encourages use of face mask even inside homes
Manila Bulletin, August 10, 2020

Pasay LGU to implement ‘no face shield, no ride’ policy
Manila Bulletin, August 10, 2020

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Magalong to enforce ‘hammer and dance’ concept to fight COVID-19
Manila Bulletin, August 10, 2020

Wearing of face masks at home, face shields in public encouraged
CNN Philippines, August 10, 2020

Metro Manila, 4 provinces may be ready to ease to GCQ by next week, Lorenzana says
CNN Philippines, August 10, 2020​

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Locally-stranded individuals stay inside shipping containers at the North Port Passenger Terminal on Sunday…
ABS-CBN News (Twitter), August 9, 2020

‘Locally stranded individuals (LSI)’ only those with families in receiving provinces,’ says head of League of Provinces
Manila Bulletin, August 9, 2020

Western Visayas, muling ipinagbawal ang pagpasok ng mga LSI
ABS-CBN News, August 9, 2020

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City hall ng La Carlota sa Negros Occ., ilo-lockdown nang isang linggo
ABS-CBN News, August 9, 2020

The Provincial Government of Lanao del Sur said there is now local transmission of CoViD-19 in Lanao del Sur and Marawi City…
Manila Bulletin (Twitter), August 9, 2020

Community hospital in Basilan under temporary lockdown
Manila Bulletin, August 9 2020

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Rizal Provincial gov’t offers free RT-PCR test to dialysis patients
Manila Bulletin, August 9, 2020

House panel chair says 2-week MECQ inadequate to curb COVID cases rise
GMA Network, August 9, 2020 

Bulacan Provincial Capitol Main Building to close from Aug. 10 to 14 for disinfection
GMA Network, August 9, 2020​​

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Guimaras reverts strict border control, quarantine protocols
Sunstar, August 8, 2020​

Provinces league calls for redefinition of LSIs amid returnee surge
GMA Network, August 8, 2020 

East Avenue Medical Center to be used as COVID-19 hospital: official
ABS-CBN News, August 8, 2020

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Creation of a PH institute for infectious diseases proposed amid pandemic
ABS-CBN News, August 8, 2020

MECQ 'absolutely working' in curbing number of daily infections: expert
ABS-CBN News, August 8, 2020

With 125 new cases, Cebu makes a comeback in the top five provinces with the highest single-day tally
ABS-CBN News, August 8, 2020

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Three Cebu mayors support random testing, decontamination of workplaces
Manila Bulletin, August 8, 2020

Avigan tablets for COVID-19 clinical trials arrive
Philippine Star, August 8, 2020

Indian serum institute to make 100 million COVID-19 vaccine doses
Philippine Star, August 8, 2020

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Iloilo City Catholic churches suspend holding of public masses
Manila Bulletin, August 8, 2020

Extend MECQ to 1 month to build healthcare capacity — Leachon
Philippine Star, August 8, 2020 

Bacolod City enforces new curfew hours to contain COVID-19
Inquirer, August 8, 2020

Bulacan pandemic restrictions: Curfew, ban on returning from Metro Manila
Inquirer, August 8, 2020​

House-to-house survey by DOH in 10 Metro barangays to track COVID-19 infection
Manila Bulletin, August 7, 2020

​29 Isabela villages on lockdown due to COVID-19
Inquirer, August 7, 2020

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DOH team visiting high-risk areas to check residents for COVID-19 symptoms
CNN Philippines, August 7, 2020​​

Stricter protocols for businesses due once lockdown measure are lifted
Inquirer, August 7, 2020

‘Frustrating,’ Magalong says of patchy contact tracing efforts of some LGUs
Inquirer, August 7, 2020

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Bohol gov places village on lockdown due to death of resident with COVID-19
Inquirer, August 7, 2020

Iloilo City imposes stricter measures to arrest spread of COVID-19
Manila Bulletin, August 7, 2020

Work at Bukidnon provincial capitol suspended
Manila Bulletin, August 7, 2020

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Public urged to observe DOTr rules on use of face shields, masks
Manila Bulletin, August 7, 2020

Hard border lockdown ordered on Borongan City
Manila Bulletin, August 7, 2020

MECQ effect on infection rate won't be felt until after 2-3 wks, says DOH
GMA Network, August 7, 2020

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Remulla says Cavite 'on the way to recovery' from COVID-19
GMA Network, August 7, 2020

DILG chief Año confident COVID-19 cases to decrease amid MECQ
GMA Network, August 7, 2020

Pullout of barrio doctors, nurses for COVID-19 fight in NCR raises virus fears
ABS-CBN News, August 7, 2020

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Pangilinan bats for giving tax cuts to Filipino makers of PPEs, test kits, other medical supplies
Philippine Star, August 7, 2020

Pasig molecular diagnostic lab
Philippine Star (Facebook), August 7, 2020

46 barangays in Pasay COVID-19-free
Philippine Star, August 7, 2020

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Parañaque 'model city' laban sa COVID-19: Galvez
ABS-CBN News, August7, 2020

Typhoons can be 'virus superspreaders' if gov't unprepared for rainy season: Recto
ABS-CBN News, August 7, 2020

Workplaces most COVID-critical areas
GMA Network, August 6, 2020​​

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36 bagong kaso ng COVID-19 naitala sa Iloilo Fish Port
ABS-CBN News, August 6, 2020

Only 18-22% of hospitals able to comply with COVID bed allocation policy — DOH
ABS-CBN News, August 6, 2020

Bukidnon work suspension
ABS-CBN News, August 6, 2020

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Ilagan City isinailalim sa ECQ, alkalde positibo sa COVID-19
ABS-CBN News, August 6, 2020

3 departamento ng ospital sa Bacolod City, sarado dahil sa COVID-19
ABS-CBN News, August 6, 2020

DOH says some patients are stuck in hospital tents due to COVID-19 test processing time
ABS-CBN News, August 6, 2020

COVID-19 task force launches command center to oversee patient referral system
ABS-CBN News, August 6, 2020

Mga ospital, isolation facility sa Marikina at Mandaluyong punuan na
ABS-CBN News, August 6, 2020

How Batanes has remained COVID-free despite accepting almost 400 LSIs
ABS-CBN News, August 6, 2020

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Biz group lauds curfew amendment
Sunstar, August 6, 2020
 

Muntinlupa City Council passes ordinances to curb spread of COVID-19
Manila Bulletin, August 6, 2020

Magalong emphasizes importance of contact tracing, 48-hour lockdown
Manila Bulletin, August 6, 2020

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Baguio health officials appeal: Be honest in filling out contact tracing forms
Manila Bulletin, August 6, 2020

Manila LGU implements 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. curfew anew
Manila Bulletin, August 6, 2020

Curfew in Pasay City back to 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. under MECQ
Manila Bulletin, August 6, 2020

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Face shields mandatory in public transport – DOTr
Philstar, August 6, 2020

Baguio city hall closed for disinfection
​Philstar, August 6, 2020

Provide face shields for commuters, gov’t urged
Manila Bulletin, August 6, 2020

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Palo town in Leyte bans visitors, cancels annual fiesta due to COVID-19
Manila Bulletin, August 6, 2020

10 Quezon villages on lockdown due to COVID-19
Inquirer, August 5, 2020

Lapu-Lapu City ordinance allows citizen’s arrest to enforce mandatory wearing of masks
Manila Bulletin, August 5, 2020

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Public transport passengers required to wear face shields starting August 15
Manila Bulletin, August 5, 2020

QC barangay allows two Q-pass per household
Manila Bulletin, August 5, 2020

Medical community now part of COVID containment panel
Manila Bulletin, August 5, 2020

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PNP tapped as contact tracers anew — Malacañang
​Philstar, August 5, 2020

Police to join 'army' of contact tracers – Roque
Rappler, August 5, 2020

​LGUs urged to go house-to-house for passes
​Philstar, August 5, 2020

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Copying Baguio, Mumbai: Health officers to go on house-to-house search for people with COVID-19 symptoms
​​ABS-CBN News, August 5, 2020

San Juan City to issue new quarantine passes
Manila Bulletin, August 4, 2020
 

From batons to one-meter sticks: Davao City cops arming to enforce physical distancing
Manila Bulletin, August 4, 2020

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Lanao del Sur welcomes stricter MECQ in Metro Manila
Rappler, August 4, 2020

NCR MECQ to help provinces focus on LSIs –Bangsamoro assemblyman 
​GMA News, August 4, 2020

Hotels reject OFWs for quarantine stay
Philstar, August 4, 2020

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Bishop urges faithful to support medical frontliners by ‘staying at home
Manila Bulletin, August 4, 2020

16 new coronavirus infections menace Baguio, prompts city hall access restriction
Inquirer, August 4, 2020

​Face shields required on public transport
Sunstar, August 4, 2020

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QC gov’t to continue implementing small-scale lockdowns during MECQ
​GMA News, August 4, 2020

​DOH shifts to community-focused strategy vs virus
Manila Bulletin, August 3, 2020 

Gov’t to distribute 20 million free face masks to the poor
Manila Bulletin, August 3, 2020

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LGUs to implement use of quarantine passes under MECQ
Manila Bulletin, August 3, 2020​

Davao de Oro brgy placed under localized ECQ
Manila Bulletin, August 3, 2020

Philippines gives economic centers 24 hours to go on lockdown anew
​​Philstar, August 3, 2020

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San Juan Mayor Zamora reimposes liquor ban, orders strict curfew hours amid MECQ
​​GMA News, August 3, 2020

San Juan Mayor Zamora reimposes liquor ban, orders strict curfew hours amid MECQ
GMA News, August 3, 2020

QC imposes liquor ban, allows tricycles to continue ops under MECQ
GMA News, August 3, 2020

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Quarantine passes to be used again in MECQ areas — Año
GMA News, August 3, 2020

Under MECQ starting Aug. 4, no public transportation allowed, transpo to be limited
GMA News, August 3, 2020

Dine-in restos, salons, gyms to close again under MECQ — DTI
GMA News, August 3, 2020

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Mandaluyong to enforce strict curfew hours during MECQ
Manila Bulletin, August 3, 2020

Pasay City gov’t imposes stricter guidelines for MECQ
Manila Bulletin, August 3, 2020

In Binangonan and Cainta, residents now required to use face shields aside from mask
Manila Bulletin, August 3, 2020

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Palace: Public transport, non-essential stores closed in MECQ; quarantine passes back
ABS-CBN News, August 3, 2020

Ilang kalsada sa Lipa City isinara kasunod ng lockdown
ABS-CBN News, August 3, 2020

Lungsod ng Lipa isasailalim ulit sa lockdown Agosto 1-15
ABS-CBN News, August 1, 2020

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Filipinos urged to wear face shields as gov't considers mandatory use
ABS-CBN News, July 31, 2020

Compound sa Kamuning, QC, isinailalim sa lockdown
ABS-CBN News, July 31, 2020

Quezon City to deploy more contact tracers
Philstar, July 31, 2020

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Rizal Memorial closed for decontamination; 48 LSIs positive in COVID-19 rapid tests
ABS-CBN News, July 30, 2020

Baguio completes contact tracing for all 49 new cases
GMA News, July 30, 2020

Ospital ng Maynila pansamantalang isasara
ABS-CBN News, July 30, 2020

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​​Metro Manila mayors lean towards extending GCQ
ABS-CBN News, July 29, 2020
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Nat'l, local officials, business leaders back localized lockdowns, says Concepcion
GMA News, July 28, 2020

15 companies in QC being monitored due to 280 workplace-related COVID-19 infections
GMA News, July 28, 2020

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Residential building sa Muntinlupa, isasailalim sa 'extreme quarantine' dahil sa mga kaso ng COVID-19
ABS-CBN News, July 27, 2020

6 areas in Cebu City placed under granular lockdown
ABS-CBN News, July 27, 2020
 

3 barangay sa Antipolo City isinailalim sa localized ECQ
ABS-CBN News, July 27, 2020

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2 Caloocan barangays under total lockdown starting July 26
Manila Bulletin, July 26, 2020

6 places in Cebu City placed under strict lockdown
Manila Bulletin, July 26, 2020
 

Five areas in Antipolo City to be put under localized lockdown starting July 27
Manila Bulletin, July 25, 2020

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Mandatory wearing of PPEs in public transport sought
Manila Bulletin, July 25, 2020

Bataoil threatens to put Lingayen under lockdown
Manila Bulletin, July 25, 2020

SWS: Majority of Filipinos still practice COVID-19 prevention measures
GMA News, July 24, 2020

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Covid-19 mask safety: Two or three layers best to protect against virus, study finds
CNN Philippines, July 24, 2020

Prompt localized lockdowns to contain COVID pressed
Manila Bulletin, July 23, 2020

Roque wants return of quarantine passes in Metro Manila
GMA News, July 23, 2020

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Philippines reimposes ban on non-essential overseas travel
ABS-CBN News, July 23, 2020

Cebu City magpapatupad ng granular lockdown sa 20 kritikal na lugar - Labella
ABS-CBN News, July 23, 2020

Bagong Kaunlaran sa Valenzuela isasailalim sa community lockdown
ABS-CBN News, July 23, 2020

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Strict health protocols pushed as Eastern Visayas’ COVID cases breach 700-mark
Manila Bulletin, July 23, 2020

La Union to implement stricter ECQ protocols
Manila Bulletin, July 23, 2020

Metro Manila may revert back to MECQ if COVID-19 cases reach 85k by July 31 — Palace
GMA News, July 22, 2020

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Valenzuela community to be placed under two-week lockdown starting July 25
Manila Bulletin, July 22, 2020

Portions of Baesa put under special concern lockdown
ABS-CBN News, July 22, 2020
 

Muling paghigpit ng quarantine sa Bacolod City hinimok ng grupo ng mga doktor
ABS-CBN News, July 22, 2020

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Several Cebu City sitios, streets to be placed under 'granular lockdown'
ABS-CBN News, July 21, 2020

Health protocols mahigpit na ipinatutupad sa Parañaque
ABS-CBN News, July 21, 2020

Ventura Compound in Pasig placed under lockdown indefinitely
Inquirer, July 21, 2020

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2 purok sa Bacolod City, isinailalim sa lockdown dahil sa kaso ng COVID-19
ABS-CBN News, July 20, 2020

As Bulacan’s COVID-19 cases zoom past 1,000, lockdowns loom in selected areas
Inquirer, July 20, 2020

Community in Tagbilaran City placed under lockdown after boy test positive for COVID-19
Inquirer, July 20, 2020

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LSIs from high-risk areas barred from entering through Caticlan Port
Manila Bulletin, July 20, 2020

Davao City requires negative RT-PCR test results from all arriving passengers
Manila Bulletin, July 20, 2020

Ventura Compound sa Pasig, isasailalim sa 'localized ECQ' simula Hulyo 20
ABS-CBN News, July 20, 2020

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#SafeHands: Proper handwashing still crucial to slow COVID-19 spread in the new normal
Philstar, July 20, 2020

Galvez admits 'gap' in contact tracing, but says gov't is addressing it
GMA News, July 20, 2020

​5 barangay sa Antipolo isinailalim sa lockdown
ABS-CBN News, July 19, 2020
 
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Pasig imposes localized enhanced community quarantine in Napico
ABS-CBN News, July 19, 2020

DILG exec wants shame campaign against pandemic ‘pasaway’ Pinoys
GMA News, July 19, 2020

Almost 70k contact tracers deployed; 98.2% contact tracing capability now —DILG
GMA News, July 19, 2020

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Oriental Mindoro restricts entry of returning OFWs, LSIs, APORs
Manila Bulletin, July 19,2020
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Gov't bans spectators of non-contact sports, exercises in GCQ, MGCQ areas
GMA News, July 17, 2020

LRT2 bans talking inside trains to prevent COVID-19 spread
GMA News, July 17, 2020

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Leonardia appeals to IATF to limit flights, ferry trips to Bacolod City
Manila Bulletin, July 17, 2020

Stringent rules hamper OFW repatriation efforts
Manila Bulletin, July 17, 2020

16,000 LSIs to remain in Cebu City as locality placed under MECQ
GMA News, July 17, 2020

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LRT-2 prohibits talking, answering calls inside trains
ABS-CBN News, July 17, 2020

Village sa Santa Ana, Pampanga, isinailalim sa lockdown
ABS-CBN News, July 16, 2020

DOH urges random rapid tests for workers every 2 weeks
ABS-CBN News, July 16, 2020

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More contact tracing teams to be sent to Cebu City
Inquirer, July 15, 2020

Barangay sa Caloocan, isinailalim sa 'total lockdown' dahil sa pagtaas ng COVID-19 cases
ABS-CBN News, July 14, 2020

2 purok sa Minalin, Pampanga, isinailalim sa 'total lockdown' dahil sa COVID-19
ABS-CBN News, July 14, 2020

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Quezon City hires 300 contact tracers
Philstar.com, July 14, 2020

Navotas under lockdown, virus spreads among families: mayor
ABS-CBN News, July 14, 2020

Philippines adopts stricter COVID-19 screening, surveillance in ports
ABS-CBN News, July 10, 2020

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'Marami pa rin nakakalimot': DOH stresses importance of wearing masks
ABS-CBN News, July 10, 2020

Cebu City's COVID-19 cases, deaths going down due to ECQ
ABS-CBN News, July 9, 2020

Taguig says 'surge' in COVID-19 cases contained in localized quarantine areas
ABS-CBN News, July 9, 2020

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Dentists must wear PPEs and impose strict health rules, DILG reminds LGUs
Inquirer.net, July 9, 2020

Bicol tightens border control after spike in COVID-19 cases
Rappler, July 9, 2020
 

Galvez lauds 'model areas' Davao City, NCR for following quarantine protocols
ABS-CBN News, July 8, 2020

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Ilang lugar sa 2 San Juan barangay isinailalim sa ECQ
ABS-CBN News, July 8, 2020

2 areas in San Juan placed under ECQ due to number of COVID-19 cases
Inquirer.net, July 8, 2020

Trips home from Metro Manila to 3 Mindanao provinces suspended
Rappler, July 7, 2020

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Tawi-Tawi tallies first COVID-19 case, bans returning residents, migrant workers
ABS-CBN News, July 6, 2020

Sagada LGU turns down Palace request for Joyce Bernal team’s SONA video shoot
​​​​​​GMA News, July 6, 2020

Cainta shuts public basketball courts, playgrounds as part of health protocols
​​Manila Bulletin, July 6, 2020
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​Karangalan Market sa Cainta isinara matapos may mag-positibo sa COVID-19
ABS-CBN News, July 05, 2020

San Juan closes Agora Market after vendor tests positive
CNN Philippines, July 3, 2020

Quezon City to enforce strict quarantine
Philstar.com, July 3, 2020
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WHO Philippines to LGUs: Quarantine, test returning residents
CNN Philippines, July 3, 2020

BARMM strengthens monitoring of LSIs, ROFs
SunStar Zamboanga, July 3, 2020

Bicol IATF adopts resolution to suspend return of stranded persons, OFWs
​Inquirer.Net, July 3, 2020

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Iloilo Province reimposes border restrictions
SunStar Iloilo, July 2, 2020

Home quarantine pass still required in Benguet
SunStar Baguio, July 2, 2020

Stranded passengers barred from returning to Western Visayas, Caraga: official
​ABS-CBN News, June 29, 2020

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​Jaen village locked down due to recently discovered COVID-19 case
​​​​​​GMA News, June 28, 2020

Zonal lockdowns effective in addressing COVID-19 threat, task force spokesperson says
​​​​​​GMA News, June 28, 2020

Cebu City limits movement of residents with new number-coded passes
​​ABS-CBN News, June 27, 2020

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DOH still sees no urgent need to hire contact tracers —Vergeire
​​​​​​​​GMA News, June 27, 2020

Police to focus on COVID-19 containment in virus-hit Cebu City - Eleazar
​​ABS-CBN News, June 27, 2020

Muntinlupa extends lockdown in Bgy. Sucat until July 3
​​Manila Bulletin, June 27, 2020

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DILG says 112 areas nationwide under localized lockdown
​​​​​​GMA News, June 26, 2020

Mayor Isko turns over 10,000 free handmade, washable masks to 30 barangays
​​Manila Bulletin, June 25, 2020

MCIA issues protocols for arriving domestic passengers
​Manila Bulletin, June 15, 2020

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QC places two areas in special concern lockdown after COVID-19 surge
​Manila Bulletin, June 14, 2020

High COVID-19 cases in Metro Manila, other provinces keep Baguio from stepping into new normal
Inquirer.Net, June 10, 2020

Cavite Government Center to undergo disinfection activities
​Manila Bulletin, June 8, 2020

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Baguio imposes strict cross-border inspection
​Manila Bulletin, June 7, 2020

Tacloban City, mas mahigpit sa pagpapatupad ng face mask ordinance​
ABS-CBN News, June 5, 2020

Lockdown or lift quarantine status of barangays, now in LGU’s hands
​Manila Bulletin, June 4, 2020

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Pasig City closes barangay hall after village official tests positive for COVID-19
​Manila Bulletin, June 3, 2020

'Localized lockdowns' to contain coronavirus during GCQ, MGCQ
​​​Rappler, June 3, 2020

New coronavirus infection prompts lockdown of De Oro community
Inquirer.Net, June 2, 2020

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Municipal hall in Iloilo ordered closed after councilor tests positive for COVID-19
​Manila Bulletin, June 2, 2020

Returning Ilonggos must follow quarantine protocols—mayor
​Manila Bulletin, June 2, 2020

Isko: Malls where buyers fail to observe physical distancing face closure
​Manila Bulletin, June 2, 2020

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All persons entering Davao del Norte to be issued electronic contact tracing cards
​​Manila Bulletin, June 1, 2020

Ilocos Norte cited for ‘doing well’ against COVID-19
​​Manila Bulletin, June 1, 2020

​Pasay to continue market day scheme even during GCQ
​​Manila Bulletin, June 1, 2020

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LGU orders Marikina businesses to enforce strict protocols to prevent spread of COVID-19 when GCQ is implemented on Monday
​​​Manila Bulletin, May 30, 2020

House committee passes bill requiring masks, distancing post-pandemic​
​Rappler, May 28, 2020

Philippines needs P11.7-B to hire COVID-19 contact tracers
ABS-CBN News, May 28, 2020

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Angono residents to face stricter quarantine measures after family transmission recorded
​Manila Bulletin, May 28, 2020

Caloocan LGU to lockdown barangays with continued increase in COVID-19 cases
​Manila Bulletin, May 27, 2020

League of Provinces defend another round of quarantine for OFWs
​​​​​​GMA News, May 26, 2020

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City gov’t prepares for influx of arriving passengers at Davao airport
Manila Bulletin, May 26, 2020

Wearing of face masks in public places now mandatory in Taguig City
Manila Bulletin, May 25, 2020

Strict border controls contributed to lower number of COVID-19 cases in Visayas
Manila Bulletin, May 23, 2020

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10 barangays in Navotas placed under ECQ
​​​​​GMA News, May 23, 2020

Metro Manila Council to recommend quarantine extension or downgrade on May 25
​​​​GMA News, May 22, 2020

Localized lockdown may also focus on sitios, subdivisions -Año
​​​GMA News, May 21, 2020

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Galvez sees future lockdowns at barangay level, not region-wide
​GMA News, May 20, 2020

In coronavirus-free Tacloban, mayor issues stern reminder on wearing masks
Inquirer.Net, May 19, 2020

Remulla sets conditions before Cavite malls could be allowed to re-open
​Manila Bulletin, May 19, 2020

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LGUs remind public to observe MECQ measures in malls
​​GMA News, May 18, 2020

LTFRB-Davao requires PUJs to secure special permits to operate
​Manila Bulletin, May 18, 2020

Wearing of face masks mandatory in Lapu-Lapu City
Manila Bulletin, May 18, 2020

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Palace to public: Stay at home; easing of restrictions doesn’t mean we’re safe
​GMA News, May 17, 2020

Quarantine passes now transferable in Antipolo
Manila Bulletin, May 17, 2020

Social distancing must be ensured in evacuation centers, LGUs reminded
GMA News, May 15, 2020
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Guidelines issued for travel to Ilagan City
​Manila Bulletin, May 16, 2020

Baguio mandates use of face mask as precaution vs COVID-19
​Manila Bulletin, May 14, 2020

Govt recalls lifting of coronavirus lockdown in low-risk areas
Inquirer.Net, May 13, 2020

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San Juan, Mandaluyong prepare for transition to ‘modified’ quarantine
​Manila Bulletin, May 12, 2020

QC to place ‘high-risk’ areas in 5 barangays under ‘special concern lockdown’
Manila Bulletin, May 12, 2020

Some Eastern Visayas mayors want their towns to remain under ECQ
​Inquirer.Net, May 12, 2020

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Cotabato City starts enforcing ‘no movement day
Manila Bulletin, May 11, 2020

Negros school targets to produce 10,000 face masks for students​
​Manila Bulletin, May 11, 2020

Metro mayors to discuss ECQ extension to June 15
Inquirer.Net, May 8, 2020

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Some NCR cities may be placed under GCQ next week – DILG
Inquirer.Net, May 7, 2020

Digos mayor looks to put the city back under ECQ
​​​​​​​Manila Bulletin, May 7, 2020

​Rizal LGUs step up restrictions to keep residents inside homes
Manila Bulletin, May 6, 2020

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Paranaque City Mayor Olivarez joins other LGUs recommendation to extend ECQ
Manila Bulletin, May 6, 2020

Design to observe social distancing in PUJs released
​​​​​​​Manila Bulletin, May 5, 2020

Mandaluyong Mayor Abalos places Addition Hills under week-long total lockdown
​​​​​​​Manila Bulletin, May 5, 2020

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78 provinces, 32k barangays followed ECQ guidelines —Duterte
GMA News, May 4, 2020

Squares, circles painted on Dagupan road to emphasize physical distancing
Manila Bulletin, May 1, 2020

Albay mayors oppose IATF move to place province under general quarantine
​​​​​​​​Rappler, April 29, 2020

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Samar town under total lockdown due to community transmission
​​​​​​​Manila Bulletin, April 29, 2020

Pasig to compel use of ‘permit to leave premises’ when going out for basic needs
​Inquirer.Net, April 29, 2020

​Parañaque City gov’t releases stricter home quarantine guidelines
​​​​​​Manila Bulletin, April 28, 2020

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New local quarantine rule shuts Zamboanga City down every Sunday
​​​​​​​The Philippine Star, April 27, 2020

QC resumes disinfection of public places following new guidelines
​Inquirer.Net, April 25, 2020

Magalong locks down 5 Baguio City areas due to new COVID-19 cases
​​​​​​​GMA News, April 25, 2020

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COVID-19-free barangay in QC to implement total lockdown
​​​​​​​GMA News, April 24, 2020

LGUs need go signal from IATF to impose lockdowns
​​​​​​Manila Bulletin, April 24, 2020

Union of provincial governors call for lifting of ECQ in 30 select provinces with no COVID-19 cases
​​​​​​​Manila Bulletin, April 23, 2020

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Davao de Oro eyes modified ECQ after April 26
​​​​​​Manila Bulletin, April 23, 2020

​Arayat, Pampanga imposes ‘no entry, no exit’ policy
​​​​​​Manila Bulletin, April 23, 2020

Cebu City extends COVID-19 lockdown until May 15
​​​​ABS-CBN News, April 23, 2020

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GenSan city council approves ordinance for mandatory wearing of face masks in public places
​​​​​​​Manila Bulletin, April 22, 2020

City of Naga declares Sundays as 'Expanded ECQ Day'
​​​​​​​SunStar Cebu, April 22, 2020

Cebu City considering extending community quarantine to May 30
​​​​​​GMA News, April 22, 2020

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​4 Davao City communities placed on lockdown
​​​​​Manila Bulletin, April 22, 2020

​8 more sanitizing cubicles to be put up in Davao City
​​​Manila Bulletin, April 21, 2020

Davao City residents now only allowed to move within their 'clusters'
​​​​Rappler.com, April 20, 2020

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Muntinlupa’s physical distancing measures earn praise
​​​Manila Bulletin, April 20, 2020

DILG tells LGUs: Strop spraying disinfectants on people
​​Manila Bulletin, April 20, 2020

Portions of Marikina Public Market closed for disinfection
​​​Manila Bulletin, April 20, 2020

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Cebu City to enforce vehicle coding scheme to prevent spread of COVID-19
​​​Inquirer.Net, April 18, 2020
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Barangay-level lockdown pushed
​​​​Manila Bulletin, April 18, 2020

DOH: Lockdown on Cebu City village necessary to prevent spread of coronavirus
​​​​​Manila Bulletin, April 18, 2020

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QC approves guidelines in disinfecting public places
​​​Manila Bulletin, April 16, 2020

Las Pinas ordinance restricts loitering and wandering among residents
​​​Manila Bulletin, April 16, 2020

Mandaluyong to implement surname-coding scheme for shoppers
​​​​​GMA News, April 16, 2020

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Only COVID-19 negative OFWs will be allowed back to Western Visayas
Inquirer.Net, April 16, 2020

Davao City to implement odd-even scheme in use of food, medicine passes ​
​​​​GMA News, April 16, 2020

Spitters face P5K fine, prison term in Muntinlupa City
Inquirer.Net, April 15, 2020

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Manila to distribute 600,000 masks to families
​​Manila Bulletin, April 15, 2020

​Wearing of face masks now mandatory in Cagayan de Oro
Sun Star CDO, April 14, 2020

Luzon lockdown slowed COVID-19 spread: UP institute
ABS-CBN News, April 14, 2020​​

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Drones deployed as Cauayan City’s 1st case alarms residents
Inquirer.Net, April 14, 2020​​

Observe social distancing in markets — IATF
​​​Philstar.com, April 13, 2020

DILG to advise LGUs against spraying, misting disinfectants —exec
​​​GMA News, April 11, 2020

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LGUs urged to craft measures requiring residents to wear face masks
ABS-CBN News, April 11, 2020

Pangasinan passes ordinance requiring use of face masks
​​​​GMA News, April 10, 2020

DOH discourages spraying, misting disinfectants vs. COVID-19
​​​​GMA News, April 10, 2020

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Disiplina at sistema: Baguio City, 10 araw nang walang naitatalang bagong kaso ng COVID-19
​ABS-CBN News, April 8, 2020

LGUs ordered to establish isolation facilities as COVID-19 cases seen to rise
​Inquirer.Net, April 8, 2020

Pass ordinance on mandatory wearing of face masks, LGUs urged
​Inquirer.Net, April 6, 2020

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Pasig deploys drones in war vs. COVID-19
​​​​​GMA News, March 19, 2020

41 provinces, cities seal borders to prevent COVID-19 spread
​Inquirer.Net, March 16, 2020

Baguio closes several tourist spots over community quarantine
​​​​​GMA News, March 16, 2020

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LGUs step up efforts to contain, combat COVID-19
Inquirer.Net, March 14, 2020

LGUs set up localized community quarantine
​Inquirer.Net, March 14, 2020

Las Piñas LGU requires POGO compliance to COVID-19 health protocols
​Inquirer.Net, February 20, 2020

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