Former health secretary Janette Garin disclosed Wednesday that she has tested positive for coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
Garin said she is fortunate that she is fully vaccinated, but remains under home quarantine upon the advice of her doctor.
“Despite following the minimum health protocols and being extra cautious, I tested positive for COVID-19,” Garin said in a statement.
“It is fortunate that I am fully vaccinated. I can sleep soundly with the hope that this will not be severe despite my pre-existing conditions: asthma, hypertension and Raynaud’s disease,” she added.
Garin said she is also experiencing mild symptoms such as colds, fever, and chills.
“Hindi naman apektado ang aking pang-amoy at panlasa. Ngunit under strict monitoring pa rin dahil ako ay tachycardic (mabilis na pagtibok ng puso),” Garin said.
“I have messaged those who have been exposed to me since Monday to quarantine and watch out for symptoms,” she added.
