Follow us for updates
© 2022 reportr.world
Read the Story →

Can You Vote on May 9 if You Have COVID Symptoms?

Just bring wear a face shield over your mask.
by Pia Regalado
Apr 28, 2022
Photo/s: Jerome Ascano
Shares

Those who have COVID-19 or exhibit symptoms of the disease can still vote on May 9 and are advised to wear face masks and face shields, Comelec said.

Current guidelines don't prohibit COVID patients from voting. However, if they are in isolation, they should ask authorities for permission to be allowed to go out to vote, said Comelec Commissioner George Garcia.

NEWS YOU CAN USE: Comelec Debunks 'No Vaccine, No Vote', Other Misinformation

There will be a designated isolation room in polling precincts where voters with symptoms can cast their votes, he said.

Puwede po basta po sila ay papayagan makalabas po doon sa kung [saan] sila ay naka-isolate, halimbawa’t lalong-lalo kung sila ay nasa isang isolation facility. Wala po kaming guidelines kung saan ‘yung balota ay dadalhin mismo sa isolation facility."

MORE ELECTION NEWS:

Booster Shots Not Required for Voters, Comelec Says

#PHElections2022: How to Vote and Stay Safe from COVID-19

ADVERTISEMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW ↓

Precinct Finder From Comelec is Online, Here's How to Use It

ADVERTISEMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW ↓
Recommended Videos

Reportr is now on Quento. Download the app or visit the Quento website for more articles and videos from Reportr and your favorite websites.

Latest Headlines
Read Next
Recent News
The news. So what? Subscribe to the newsletter that explains what the news means for you.
The email address you entered is invalid.
Thank you for signing up to On Three, reportr's weekly newsletter delivered to your mailbox three times a week. Only the latest, most useful and most insightful reads.
By signing up to reportr.world newsletter, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.