Duterte to undergo medical check-up in Manila

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Senator Bong Go announced that former President Rodrigo Duterte will undergo a medical check-up on Wednesday. The specific procedure was not disclosed. Go, who is Duterte's former aide, is at the airport awaiting Duterte's return from Hong Kong. Duterte's personal physician, Doctor Agnes, will oversee the check-up at Cardinal Santos Hospital. Go expressed concern over reports of a police order for Duterte's arrest, stating that Duterte acted in the nation's interest during his presidency. Duterte is currently facing a case at the International Criminal Court related to alleged crimes during his anti-drug campaign. A red notice has reportedly been issued against him by Interpol.


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