They battle fear, homesickness, and heartbreak in this pandemic that has claimed thousands of Filipino lives. Rappler spoke to some of the country's frontliners against COVID-19. These are their stories, told in their own words: COVID19PH
MANILA, Philippines – The country's first line of defense against the novel coronavirus consists of fearless men and women who brave the pandemic to protect Filipinos against the deadly, fast-spreading disease.
Many of them have had to deal with the severe shortage of personal protective equipment and face masks, with some resorting to making their own improvised gear and kicking off donation drives just to keep their hospitals afloat. Some go to the COVID-19 front lines without even seeing their family for weeks.
They battle fear, homesickness, and heartbreak in this pandemic that has claimed thousands of Filipino lives. Despite their struggles in the field, these modern day heroes still show up to work every day. Rappler spoke to some of the country's frontliners against COVID-19. These are their stories, told in their own words:
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