Elderly among new Olongapo patients

The Olongapo COVID-19 Task Force reported its 17th coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)-related death, a 70-year-old male from Barangay Mabayuan.

The task force, headed by Mayor Rolen Paulino Jr., said the man died in a private hospital.

The city also has 18 new infections, increasing total cases to 437, of which 202 are active.

Senior citizens account for five of the new cases — a 77-year-old female from Barangay East Bajac-Bajac; a 60-year-old female from Barangay Gordon Heights; a 68-year-old female from Barangay West Tapinac; a 68-year-old male, also from West Tapinac; and a 68-year-old male from East Bajac-Bajac.

“Let us pray for the full recovery of all our patients. The city government is in close coordination with the Department of Health,” Paulino said in a statement.

The task force also reported six recoveries, raising the total number to 218.

Paulino reiterated that to combat the spread of the virus, Olongapo residents must maintain proper hygiene, wear masks in public places and observe physical distancing.

“Stay home and avoid unnecessary travels except when accessing essential goods and services,” he said.