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Philippines’ COVID-19 recoveries now 654 as cases leap to 6,599
As of Tuesday, April 21, 2020, the Philippines has 6,599 confirmed COVID-19 cases, with 140 new infections reported.
The number of recoveries has reached 654, with 41 new patients recovering.
The death toll has increased to 437, with nine additional fatalities.
A total of 58,072 tests have been conducted, with 7,547 testing positive.
Seventeen laboratories are certified for independent COVID-19 testing, and 40 others are undergoing the certification process.
Health experts believe the Luzon-wide quarantine, if modified, should be extended to curb the spread of the disease.
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