Manila Bulletin
New Covid-19 cases remain under 1K for 4th day
The Philippines logged 941 new COVID-19 cases on Saturday, March 5, 2022, bringing the total caseload to 3,666,678.
The active COVID-19 cases in the country have reached 49,374, with varying conditions from asymptomatic to critical.
Of the newly reported cases, 89% occurred within the recent 14 days, with the National Capital Region having the highest number.
The total number of recoveries has increased to 3,560,425, with 1,784 new recoveries.
The death toll has risen to 56,879, with 109 new fatalities reported.
The country's COVID-19 positivity rate increased to 3.8%, which is within the World Health Organization's target of less than 5%.
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The Philippines logged 1,067 new COVID-19 infections on Tuesday, March 1, 2022, bringing the total number of confirmed cases to 3,663,059.
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The Philippines recorded 853 new COVID-19 cases on March 4, 2022, marking the lowest daily tally this year and the third consecutive day with under 1,000 infections.
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The Philippines recorded 592 new COVID-19 infections on Thursday, March 10, 2022, bringing the total number of cases to 3,668,940.
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