With the city’s increasing number of individuals found positive of the novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), Cebu City Mayor Edgar Labella has decided to extend the Enhanced Community Quarantine (ECQ) in Cebu City until May 15, 2020.
This is also based on the recommendations of the health experts in the city as the COVID-19 cases continue to rise due to the city’s continued efforts in targeted mass testing of residents in the barangays where there are confirmed cases.
As per Mayor Labella, he will issue the executive order of the ECQ extension anytime next week. He also noted, his team will continue to closely monitor the city’s situation and should there be a significant decrease on the cases, he can and will immediately lift the ECQ.
As of April 22, 2020, the entire Cebu now has a total of 341 confirmed COVID-19 cases with 21 recoveries and 8 deaths. Cebu City alone has a total of 311 confirmed cases.
The Cebu City Government appeals to everyone to fully cooperate and religiously follower the city-mandated protocols and safety measures as we continue to fight the invisible enemy.
We are all advised to continue to Stay At Home, practice good hygiene, and follow the authorities.
Enhanced Community Quarantine (ECQ) in Cebu City will be extended to May 15, 2020.
As the threat of the Coronavirus 2019 or COVID-19 rises every day, the Cebu province has taken a proactive approach and is pulling all stops in protecting the island. Here’s everything you need to know about COVID-19 and its symptoms: https://sugbo.ph/2020/corona-virus-in-cebu/
If you are sick and think you have symptoms of COVID-19, seek medical attention, call the local Coronavirus Health Information Line for advice: 0922-397-2334 / 0943-568-3298 / (032) 402-3091 / (032) 402-1269.
Most areas in the Philippines have implemented the community quarantine to help contain the spread of COVID-19. In Cebu, we are on enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) with stricter border controls. This results to many people stranded somewhere else.
Every time we post COVID-19 updates on our Facebook Page, we always come across comments about (1) those who are from other provinces outside Cebu but are stranded in Cebu and (2) those who are from Cebu but are stranded in other provinces.
Not trying to give you false hopes, if you are stuck in Cebu or somewhere else, it will be really difficult (almost impossible) to go home during this time. But in this post, we will (at least) try to address these aforementioned concerns.
1: STRANDED IN CEBU
With the rising cases of COVID-19, Cebu has recently imposed a stricter border control — inter-city traveling is even more difficult now. With the closed outbound ports in Cebu, it’s not yet possible to get out.
Cebu Governor Gwen Garcia has also pointed out that even Cebu opens its outbound ports, other local government units down to the specific barangays will be hesitant to have you stay, especially that you came from a city with the highest COVID-19 cases in the region. They will also need to ensure the safety of their people.
The best thing to do for now is seek for cash aid or assistance from your local government unit. Try this:
Most local government units (or even Barangays) already have their own Facebook Pages.
You can also try finding your Mayor’s and Barangay’s name on Facebook.
Reach out to them by messaging on Facebook. Usually, they also include the contact numbers where you can call them.
2: CEBUANOS STRANDED IN OTHER PROVINCES
The Cebu Provincial Government has launched a centralized assistance center for stranded Cebuanos where qualified individuals will receive a cash aid. To avail this, here are the steps:
Print/download this form, fill it up and send a copy through messenger by messaging them on Facebook. Or you can just type the information required and send through messenger.
An original copy of your application will be required before any form of assistance will be released. Keep your original copies and wait for any advise where to send it.
For inquiries, you can call the Cebu Provincial Government Assistance Center at call (032) 888-2329 loc 3011 & 3013.
Alternatively:
In most cases, the Cebu Provincial Government will only accept those Cebuanos who are from the Cebu province (and NOT from Cebu City, Mandaue City, and Lapu-Lapu City).
Most local government units (or even Barangays) already have their own Facebook Pages.
You can also try finding your Mayor’s and Barangay’s name on Facebook.
Reach out to them by messaging on Facebook. Usually, they also include the contact numbers where you can call them.
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As the threat of the Coronavirus 2019 or COVID-19 rises every day, the Cebu province has taken a proactive approach and is pulling all stops in protecting the island. Here’s everything you need to know about COVID-19 and its symptoms: https://sugbo.ph/2020/corona-virus-in-cebu/
With this, an Executive Order was issued for the implementation of the drastic but necessary measures to avoid the spread of the virus. For more information, head on to: https://sugbo.ph/2020/cebu-implements-drastic-measures/
If you are sick and think you have symptoms of COVID-19, seek medical attention, call the local Coronavirus Health Information Line for advice: 0922-397-2334 / 0943-568-3298 / (032) 402-3091 / (032) 402-1269.
I’m sure everyone is familiar with the name Tetris, your childhood game about fitting in falling blocks of varying shapes to the bottom and avoiding them reaching to the top. It is an old-time classic puzzle video game dating back to 1984 and was played on handheld consoles we often call the “Brick Game”.
Well, your old-time friend can actually help you feel at ease. According to a research entitled: “A better distraction: Exploring the benefits of flow during uncertain waiting periods,” their findings suggest that by playing Tetris, a significant decrease in stress and anxiety levels often occur and that an influx of positive emotions often emerge.
Why does this happen? The game itself is a right mixture of being difficult that you can be challenged by it, as well as being simple enough that players can enjoy and stay relaxed. This mental state is referred to in the research as “being in the zone”.
Furthermore, it states that, “Flow requires a delicate balance. Flow is most readily achieved with activities that challenge the person somewhat, but not too much; have clear, achievable goals; and that provide the person with feedback about how they’re doing along the way.”
Where to play online for free?
If you’re feeling pretty stressed and overworked right now, you can hop on online and play the game. Here are your options:
CoVID-19 spreads largely through person-to-person contact.
It has been said that to flatten the curve, we must physically distance ourselves from others. With the strict implementation of social distancing, people from all around the globe have shared ideas as to how to practice social distancing amid CoVID-19.
Because buying goods is necessary, we can’t help but to go out of our homes. However, more and more governments have been implementing practices for the public to adhere. Though you’re outside, you’re still distancing yourself from others. That’s what we want.
One good example is this practice from Myanmar. Their stalls are located on the streets, positioned one block apart from the next. This way, people would have more space to wait for their turns.
From the buying of goods in alphabetical order to re-organizing of the stalls, whatever it is that you think could help, should be practiced. Nonetheless, unless it is important, just stay indoors.
COVID-19 Cebu
As the threat of the Coronavirus 2019 or COVID-19 rises every day, the Cebu province has taken a proactive approach and is pulling all stops in protecting the island. Here’s everything you need to know about COVID-19 and its symptoms: https://sugbo.ph/2020/corona-virus-in-cebu/
With this, an Executive Order was issued for the implementation of the drastic but necessary measures to avoid the spread of the virus. For more information, head on to: https://sugbo.ph/2020/cebu-implements-drastic-measures/
If you are sick and think you have symptoms of COVID-19, seek medical attention, call the local Coronavirus Health Information Line for advice: 0922-397-2334 / 0943-568-3298 / (032) 402-3091 / (032) 402-1269.
The Department of Health Central Visayas Center for Health Development (DOH-7) has confirmed the newborn baby in Cebu City recently tested positive for COVID-19, making it the youngest patient with coronavirus in Central Visayas.
DOH-7 said in a report that the presence of a newborn case in the region needs further validation on how transmission occurred since the mother tested negative. They assured that existing protocols were in place.
UPDATE (April 22, 2020): Cebu City Mayor Edgardo Labella reports that the newborn baby in Cebu City is already negative to COVID-19. Moreover, the baby is still admitted for monitoring.
With this, DOH-7 calls on all pregnant women to continue monitoring themselves in these times that put them at a more than usual vulnerability, to reach out to their care givers for any concerns.
Pregnant women belong to a special group that is at a higher risk of contracting COVID-19 compared to non-pregnant women. Their pregnancy makes them more vulnerable due to the increased demand on nutrition and lowered immune system status as the body accommodates the growing fetus.
As of April 21, 2020, Cebu now has a total of 198 confirmed COVID-19 cases with 21 recoveries and 7 deaths.
Stars will fall like rain and light up the sky this Wednesday night, April 22, 2020, as the annual Lyrids meteor shower reaches its peak, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).
A meteor shower is defined as a large concentration of falling meteors, and is a recurring phenomenon. This particular meteor shower, for example, has been been observed for more than 2,600 years.
Photo from NASA
A meteor shower generates a dozen meteors per hour under optimal conditions that lasts for less than a day.
Don’t worry because though meteors are bright and fast, it can still be viewed with the naked eye even if it is not numerous.
So we better prepare to have a spectacular view on Wednesday night, April 22. Meteors are easiest to see if there is no moonlight and light pollution when the sky is clearest.
Cebu City — other areas in Cebu not included — has recorded seven (7) new confirmed cases of COVID-19 today, April 21.
This is based on the latest report from Cebu City Mayor Edgar Labella. He also disclosed the breakdown of the confirmed cases; 1 from Fishport, Brgy. Suba; 2 from Cebu City Jail (Admitted); 2 from San Antonio, Calamba (Admitted); 1 from Katipunan, Labangon (Admitted) and 1 from Hipodromo (Admitted).
As of today, April 21, 2020, Cebu City now has a total of 173 confirmed COVID-19 cases with 6 deaths and 15 recoveries.
DOH-7 has yet to submit the official report for today that includes updated records for Central Visayas, including other cities in Cebu.
Sugboanons, let’s do our part. Stay at home, practice good hygiene and follow the authorities.
COVID-19 Cebu
As the threat of the Coronavirus 2019 or COVID-19 rises every day, the Cebu province has taken a proactive approach and is pulling all stops in protecting the island. Here’s everything you need to know about COVID-19 and its symptoms: https://sugbo.ph/2020/corona-virus-in-cebu/
With this, an Executive Order was issued for the implementation of the drastic but necessary measures to avoid the spread of the virus. For more information, head on to: https://sugbo.ph/2020/cebu-implements-drastic-measures/
If you are sick and think you have symptoms of COVID-19, seek medical attention, call the local Coronavirus Health Information Line for advice: 0922-397-2334 / 0943-568-3298 / (032) 402-3091 / (032) 402-1269.
You have plenty of reputable websites to educate yourself amid the COVID-19 outbreak.
In the midst of the Enhanced Community Quarantine (ECQ), you can learn about anything online, for free. Other classes might be useful than the other, but a well-renowned institution offers a course that is applicable for everyone.
Yale University is offering its most popular class online for FREE. Amidst the crisis we are facing, Yale wants us to learn how to be happier. We all need it anyways.
“The Science of Well-Being” teaches us how to be happier and we can avail of this for free. This free online class is Yale’s most popular class in its history and has garnered national and international media attention.
The course covers the following topics in weekly instalments:
Misconceptions about happiness
Why our expectations are so bad
How we can overcome our biases
Stuff that really makes us happy
Putting strategies into practice
Psychology professor Laurie Santos is responsible for the happening of this useful course. Especially during this time of crisis, I know it’s hard to look for a silverlining.
You should consider booking this class for FREE or pay for a $49 for the certificate of completion.
That is in the case of famous singer songwriter, Ed Sheeran. He has no plan of backing down during this pandemic and donated more than £1M to charities near his home in Suffolk.
He has donated to various charities in his native Suffolk and these have gone to a string of good causes, including hospital wards in Ipswich.
“It is horrible time and Ed wants to do what he can to help,” said a source close to the singer. “He has split a seven-figure sum between local charities to try to ease the strain on his local community,” he added.
While he has donated some of his pounds to his native land, he is also busy working on new music while in lockdown. He is writing at least one song every day.
We could only hope and pray for more of Ed’s music to make waves so he could help more. Thanks, Ed!
COVID-19 Cebu
As the threat of the Coronavirus 2019 or COVID-19 rises every day, the Cebu province has taken a proactive approach and is pulling all stops in protecting the island. Here’s everything you need to know about COVID-19 and its symptoms: https://sugbo.ph/2020/corona-virus-in-cebu/
With this, an Executive Order was issued for the implementation of the drastic but necessary measures to avoid the spread of the virus. For more information, head on to: https://sugbo.ph/2020/cebu-implements-drastic-measures/
If you are sick and think you have symptoms of COVID-19, seek medical attention, call the local Coronavirus Health Information Line for advice: 0922-397-2334 / 0943-568-3298 / (032) 402-3091 / (032) 402-1269.
It has been told that even if the enhanced community quarantine is lifted. Social distancing should still be practiced and would be the new norm.
Well, it doesn’t hurt to have a little practice and while we’re at it, how about we make it a little creative and fun?
This is what the Carbon Public Market has done to properly observe social distancing. They have drawn circles on road surfaces equidistant to each other and maintaining enough distance from the vendors too.
It’s a clever way of following protocol since it’s sort of a game played in our childhood where people must stay on the circles at all times as they go around and shop inside the market.
The Carbon Market Complex have painted these circles already. We should all help each other during this crisis, follow the protocols and simple guidelines like staying in your circle.
Alex Sabandeja via Cebu City Market Operations Division
Alex Sabandeja via Cebu City Market Operations Division
Alex Sabandeja via Cebu City Market Operations Division
COVID-19 Cebu
As the threat of the Coronavirus 2019 or COVID-19 rises every day, the Cebu province has taken a proactive approach and is pulling all stops in protecting the island. Here’s everything you need to know about COVID-19 and its symptoms: https://sugbo.ph/2020/corona-virus-in-cebu/
With this, an Executive Order was issued for the implementation of the drastic but necessary measures to avoid the spread of the virus. For more information, head on to: https://sugbo.ph/2020/cebu-implements-drastic-measures/
If you are sick and think you have symptoms of COVID-19, seek medical attention, call the local Coronavirus Health Information Line for advice: 0922-397-2334 / 0943-568-3298 / (032) 402-3091 / (032) 402-1269.
