DOH reports 3,651 new COVID-19 cases, active infections below 100K

The Department of Health (DOH) reported 3,651 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, with active infections dropping below 100,000 for the first time in weeks.

A total of 12,834 new recoveries were logged, bringing the total number of recovered individuals to over 3.4 million.

The DOH also recorded 69 new deaths, increasing the overall COVID-19 death toll to 54,595.

Of the active cases, 95 percent are displaying mild symptoms or are asymptomatic.

Nationwide, 40% of ICU beds, 36% of isolation beds, and 32% of ward beds for COVID-19 patients are currently occupied.

In Metro Manila, occupancy rates are at 32% for ICU beds, 29% for isolation beds, and 30% for ward beds.

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