Manila Bulletin
29 new COVID-19 cases registered in Caraga region
The Department of Health in the Caraga Region (DOH-13) reported 29 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday, June 26, 2020, increasing the region's total infections to 116.
Out of the total cases, 27 have recovered, seven have been discharged, and there have been no reported deaths.
Director Jose Llacuna Jr. of DOH-13 stated that 47 samples tested positive, including follow-up tests for 18 existing cases and 29 new infections.
Twenty-three of the 29 new cases are asymptomatic, with 16 males and 13 females identified as either Locally-Stranded Individuals (LSIs) or Returning Overseas Filipinos (ROFs).
New cases were distributed across Butuan City, Cabadbaran City, and various towns in Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Surigao del Norte, and Surigao del Sur.
Negative results were also reported for follow-up tests of confirmed, suspect, and probable cases, as well as high-risk individuals.
DOH-13 is intensifying its support to healthcare facilities to manage the rising number of cases and avoid overwhelming the system.
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