The Philippine Embassy wishes to share with the Filipino Community the following guidelines issued by the Korea Center for Disease Control and Prevention (KCDC) in preventing the spread of the novel coronavirus:

• Wash your hands with soap and water;
• Cover your mouth with your sleeve when coughing;
• Wear a mask when visiting health facilities; and
• When visiting medical facilities, inform the medical staff of your travel history.

The Embassy urges all Filipinos in South Korea to take the abovementioned precautions, avoid crowds and gatherings, and avoid interactions with people exhibiting symptoms.

Filipino Community organizations are likewise advised to postpone public events to help reduce the risk ofcontracting and spreading the virus.

If you are experiencing symptoms of the novel coronavirus, please call the KCDC at 1339 right away.

The Philippine Embassy is ready to assist any Filipino in distress through our Assistance to Nationals (ATN) hotline at 010-9263-8119. END