Manila

[RodneyRude]

Hi Guys,

Anybody know if LA Cafe currently open, will be in Manila for the weekend all going well.

[GoodEnough]

DOH REPORTS 34 NEW COVID-19 CASES; SEEKS PUBLIC COOPERATION.

Press Release / 14 March 2020.

The Department of Health reported 34 new COVID-19 cases (PH65-PH98), bringing the total number of confirmed cases in the country to 98. The details of these new cases are currently being validated by our teams and will be provided to the public as soon as the information is available and verified by the Department. In addition, we are also verifying reports of additional cases.

"Now it is our turn to do our part in mitigating the spread of the disease. The DOH earnestly asks for everyone's cooperation. Our frontline health workers and medical personnel are risking their safety to respond to the needs of the public, all we ask is for you to do your part: practice preventive measures, go on strict home quarantine if you are experiencing mild symptoms, and help halt the spread of fake news. The success of our measures to contain COVID-19 is hinged on your participation. We will get through this together," the Secretary added.

"At this most trying time, our strongest weapon as a nation is Vigilance, Preparedness, and Solidarity. We are seeing these values at play now as DOH is receiving an influx of support from individuals and organizations who are willing to render assistance in any way they can. Let this be a reminder for all Filipinos to step up to the plate and heed the call for cooperation," Health Secretary Francisco Duque III remarked.

On Health Workers being Reported as PUIs and PUMs.

DOH reported that the Philippine Heart Center (PHC) is limiting its services after several health personnel were exposed to a confirmed COVID-19 case.

The confirmed case (PH37) was the previously announced mortality last March 12 who was admitted at PHC. PH37 was reported to have no history of travel and close contact to a confirmed patient. Several of the PUIs and PUMs were exposed to PH37. Prior to the confirmation of the PH37's diagnosis, healthcare workers were managing the case as a non-communicable case and were unable to wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE).

As of 2 PM today, PHC has 13 patients under investigation (PUIs) - 12 health workers and one (1) non-health person. PHC sent home four patients under monitoring (PUMs) today who were previously quarantined in a restricted area in the hospital, while an additional six (6) PUMs are still quarantined in the facility. They are also currently verifying the number of PUMs in home quarantine.

As of now, PHC is limiting its hospital operations to accommodate in-patient and emergency cases only. Services in the Outpatient Department were temporarily stopped last March 11 and are expected to reopen on March 16. The Catheterization Laboratory where PH37 had her procedure was also closed and disinfected. Hospital services for Z-benefit packages and elective cases are temporarily cancelled until further notice. Currently, the human resource complement of PHC is being realigned by the management to provide continuous service to the admitted patients.

In addition, Rizal Medical Center in Pasig City has also reported several health workers being exposed to the COVID-19 virus. DOH is still verifying data on the exact figures and the updated conditions of the health workers.

"I assure our health workers that you have the full support of the whole Department as we go through this ordeal together. I commend the commitment of our health workers, who amidst the risks they are currently facing, are still serving and saving the lives of our kababayans. Our commitment to safeguard the health and well-being of our healthcare workers remains to be our priority," Health Secretary Francisco T. Duque III said.

On Advice for Travellers from NCR.

DOH advises all travellers coming from the National Capital Region who are without symptoms to undergo strict home quarantine for 14 days. Travellers from NCR who are out of the region will be considered as PUMs. Travellers from Metro Manila with fever and or any respiratory symptoms will be considered as PUIs and are advised to seek medical attention from a health facility.

The DOH reminds the public that all land, domestic sea and domestic air travel to and from Metro Manila will be suspended beginning March 15,2020, 00:01 H. Residents of Metro Manila are advised to stay in their homes and avoid unnecessary movements within the area.

"Let us cooperate with our healthcare workers and local government authorities to stop the spread of this disease to other communities. The Department is issuing guidelines for the health and safety of all Filipinos. In turn, let us follow these stringent infection prevention interventions without fail. Only through the genuine help of all Filipinos will we be able stop this health emergency. " the Health Chief concluded.

[GoodEnough]

Things are changing daily. By next week you many not be able to fly anywhere at all.

Exactly right. Things change daily and the changes aren't always communicated quickly. As of now at NAIA, foreigners from Covid-19 countries with significant community transmission—including the US, Canada and at least half of Europe—aren't permitted into the Philippines. I just read the directive today. The exceptions for foreigners are permanent resident visa holders and a couple of others I don't remember. It's a good idea to check again the day before you debark for the country.

GE.

[Goferring]

Currently I have 4 FB profiles at various stages of their life cycle..... I have none of this written down, just remember the associations....

I admire people that have a great memory for a million facts. However, there is no way I would remember which lie I told to which person when I have umpteen girls spread across 4 different personas.

Cheers. G.

[Goferring]

And you will be locked in there with her? Don't forget that the same thing that makes you laugh can make you cry.

Hahaha. Too true.

[Mr Enternational]

and as much as I may want to see again Jen that I met in HiSo in 2012

8 years is a lot of time and so much will have changed. I see some chicks that I fucked 8 years ago that I would not fuck with a stolen dick today.

[PilotPaul]

What if he has an SO? I know a case where my buddy was screwed by a Filipino free lancer. He helped her get a visa to the US, and she spent a month with him. He got her a hotel room and even took her to Vegas. But she was expecting to stay in the US and marry him. When it did not happen, she wreaked havoc with his life. She managed to get most of his email addresses and passwords.

As a standard I am always using a fake pseudonym with the girls, dating sites, even this site. Currently I have 4 FB profiles at various stages of their life cycle. The oldest profile is down to just one active girl whom will be joined by her new husband next month. The other profiles have different email and contact numbers. I have none of this written down, just remember the associations. I find it convenient to close off the trail of various relationships. Eventually they forget me, and as much as I may want to see again Jen that I met in HiSo in 2012 there are lots of other newbies to meet.

Sometime they will see my login name on my laptop and I just shrug my shoulders.

Happy days.

PP.

[Mr Enternational]

So I've got Presidential Approval for keeping a girl locked in my room for two weeks and not letting her out? Anywhere else that would be deprevation of liberty.

Got to love the Philippines. 😁.

And you will be locked in there with her? Don't forget that the same thing that makes you laugh can make you cry.

[Mr Enternational]

I can change my flight to come in to CRK for next week and fly out of CRK to home(USA) 2 weeks later. I would hate to be in a lock down in AC and not be able to make a round trip to Tacloban within the 2 weeks.

I have no need to go to Manila.

Btw, I heard Cebu will be going into a lock down. Same for Bohol.

Things are changing daily. By next week you many not be able to fly anywhere at all.

[Goferring]

Btw, I heard Cebu will be going into a lock down. Same for Bohol.

So I've got Presidential Approval for keeping a girl locked in my room for two weeks and not letting her out? Anywhere else that would be deprevation of liberty.

Got to love the Philippines. 😁.

[Dg8787]

I looked for the official proclamation that I read yesterday but couldn't find it. As I recall, and I'm old and my memory may be faulty, it's not a complete lockdown, though Koreans and some other nationalities won't be permitted entry. BUT, there's a national proclamation regarding "social distancing" and I'm guessing that even without a lockdown, this will affect the bars and restaurants. As I've mentioned in a prior post today, the AFP has now been empowered to arrest people who do not adhere to the social distancing requirements.

My personal take is that now is not a good time to travel here. Those arriving on international flights at NAIA will not be able to leave Manila for any domestic travel. Those arriving at Clark might be able to get into Angeles but will not be able to drive into Manila.

GE.

Thanks GE.

I can change my flight to come in to CRK for next week and fly out of CRK to home(USA) 2 weeks later. I would hate to be in a lock down in AC and not be able to make a round trip to Tacloban within the 2 weeks.

I have no need to go to Manila.

Btw, I heard Cebu will be going into a lock down. Same for Bohol.

[GoodEnough]

Are you saying Angeles City will be locked down?

I looked for the official proclamation that I read yesterday but couldn't find it. As I recall, and I'm old and my memory may be faulty, it's not a complete lockdown, though Koreans and some other nationalities won't be permitted entry. BUT, there's a national proclamation regarding "social distancing" and I'm guessing that even without a lockdown, this will affect the bars and restaurants. As I've mentioned in a prior post today, the AFP has now been empowered to arrest people who do not adhere to the social distancing requirements.

My personal take is that now is not a good time to travel here. Those arriving on international flights at NAIA will not be able to leave Manila for any domestic travel. Those arriving at Clark might be able to get into Angeles but will not be able to drive into Manila.

GE.

[Dg8787]

I don't think so. The announcement says that all Domestic travel into or out of MAncla by air, sea or land is banned. Also, Angeles politicians just announced a virtual closure of that city.

GE.

Are you saying Angeles City will be locked down?

[GoodEnough]

My question is upon landing in NAIA from NRT, will there be transport available to AC? Like Genesis bus?

I don't think so. The announcement says that all Domestic travel into or out of MAncla by air, sea or land is banned. Also, Angeles politicians just announced a virtual closure of that city.

GE.

[Kabul Guy]

You may not be able to completely use a fake name, but you can make it more difficult for them to actually find you and match with your real identity.

Use a variation of your name, some diminutive that you never use. Say your name is Johnathan and you usually go by John. For mongering use Jack or Johnny. It helps if you have a common last name. It may be difficult to match Johnathan Q Smith with Johnny Smith.

Have a dedicated online profile, social media, emails accounts etc. These are easy to set up. Tell a fake birthday, tell a different country if you can get away. I am Canadian buy can easily pass for American. Do not let anyone name tag a picture of you, I keep my real social profile pretty quiet and low key anyway for privacy reasons.

Have a dedicated mongering sim and phone.

Personally I don't bother. I have no reason to hide my real identity, I am divorced so no SO issues to worry about. I have had a couple of girls blow up my phone with messages but simply block them and they go away in a couple of days.