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DOH detects 4,899 new COVID-19 cases
The Department of Health (DOH) reported 4,899 new COVID-19 cases on Sunday, March 14, bringing the national tally to 621,498.
Active cases are now at 48,157, with 7.7 percent of the total infections exhibiting this status.
The DOH also recorded 63 new deaths, increasing the total death toll to 12,829.
A total of 13,371 new recoveries were reported, bringing the cumulative number of survivors to 560,512.
Researchers from OCTA Research Group warned that the country might see 8,000 new COVID-19 cases per day by the end of March if infections continue to rise.
Dr. Anna Ong-Lim reminded the public not to be complacent and to follow health protocols, noting that non-compliance with mask and shield-wearing also contributes to the spread of the disease.
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