The City of Mati Incident Management Team is strengthening its surveillance protocol as the city enters the new normal, so to speak, under the Modified General Community Quarantine (MGCQ).

In a directive by IMT commander Dr. Ben Hur Catbagan Jr. Wednesday, June 3, the city will implement a more strict contact tracing of the passengers and individuals that will enter the borders of Mati.

City of Mati LGU IMT will adapt the new Surveillance Protocol proposed by IATF regional head and Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte.

“Contact tracing teams will validate the passenger or individual whether they will be placed under quarantine followed by a swab test. Once tested positive, they will be isolated and CTT will start the contact tracing process, quarantine and treat or they will be referred to Davao Regional Medical Center (DRMC) if an individual shows moderate to severe symptoms,” Catbagan said.

He said “this is to possibly cut early the chain of transmission”.

To the new arrivals, they are advised to register in their respective barangays. The Contact Tracing Team meanwhile stated that surveillance mapping is being undertaken.

“As of now, Contact Tracing Team is still in 70% of this updated health system. They are advising Matinians to strictly observe the guidelines for Minimum Health Standards for safety,” Catbagan said. (CIO MATI)