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\u201cI will continue to telework while in isolation and will do my part to keep my family, staff, and community safe,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
The governor said he received an antigen test last Sunday after having been in close contact with a family member who had tested positive for COVID-19 and was informed shortly after that he tested positive for COVID-19.<\/p>\n
\u201cI\u2019m doing well,\u201d said Torres in a text message in response to Saipan Tribune\u2019s inquiry about his condition. <\/p>\n
Torres said he also took COVID-19 tests on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, and had tested negative on all three of those tests.<\/p>\n
The Office of the Governor news release quoted Torres as being thankful for having received his vaccinations and booster shot, and will quarantine at home as per current COVID-19 protocols.<\/p>\n
According to updated COVID-19 protocols, effective last Saturday, Jan. 29, individuals confirmed positive with the virus and are asymptomatic must stay at home for at least five days, isolate, and wear a well-fitted mask around others.<\/p>\n
The governor extended his appreciation to the COVID-19 Task Force and the Commonwealth Healthcare Corp. for their continued work and commitment to keeping the community safe.<\/p>\n
He said he will continue to thank CNMI residents for following the most updated COVID-19 protocols.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs a Commonwealth, we are living through the new normal of this pandemic. Our community\u2019s ability to come together to face this challenge is a testament of our strength and resilience,\u201d Torres said.<\/p>\n
As of yesterday, the CNMI\u2019s vaccination rate was already at 99.3%.<\/p>\n
Pointing out that vaccinations help prevent severe illness, hospitalization, and death, Torres urged unvaccinated individuals to be vaccinated, and for the community to consider getting booster shots. <\/p>\n
\u201cPlease also remember to practice the 3 W\u2019s\u2014wear your mask, wash your hands, and watch your distance,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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