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Rwandan Frank Nsonga on how he battled COVID-19 and won
49 of the 134 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Rwanda have so far fully recovered according to the Ministry of health, CNBC Africa spoke to one of the recovered patients Frank Nsonga on his experience and how he beat the coronavirus.
Wed, 15 Apr 2020 10:37:04 GMT
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- Frank's calm and composed demeanor upon receiving the diagnosis and being taken to the treatment center.
- His unique symptoms during the later stages of the disease, specifically the loss of sense of smell and taste.
- The lack of specific treatment needed for Frank due to his stable vitals, highlighting the varying impact of the virus on individuals.
In a recent interview with CNBC Africa, one of the recovered patients from COVID-19 in Rwanda, Frank Songa, shared his experience and journey of battling and eventually defeating the virus. According to the Ministry of Health in Rwanda, 49 out of the 134 confirmed cases have fully recovered from the virus so far. Frank recounted how his ordeal began with a brief fever on a Thursday, followed by a test on Saturday after traveling, which confirmed that he was COVID-19 positive. In a swift turn of events, an ambulance arrived at his doorstep within hours to transport him to the treatment center. Despite the daunting situation, Frank remained composed and focused on following the guidelines and recommendations provided by health officials. Throughout his time at the center, he experienced a loss of sense of smell and taste, which was a prominent symptom for him. Remarkably, he did not require any specific treatment as his vitals remained stable. Post-recovery, Frank discussed the mixed reactions and stigma he encountered from people, emphasizing the importance of understanding and support during such challenging times.
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