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DOH reports increase in COVID-19 deaths; 63% of fatalities unvaccinated
The Department of Health (DOH) has reported an increase in COVID-19 deaths in July and mid-August, with most of the fatalities being unvaccinated individuals.
During June, the country averaged one COVID-19 death daily, which rose to an average of eight deaths per day in July.
The trend continued into mid-August, with an average of nine deaths reported daily.
Analysis of data from July 1 to August 14 revealed that 63 percent of hospital deaths were among those who were not vaccinated against COVID-19.
DOH Officer-in-Charge Maria Rosario Vergeire emphasized the observed rise in fatalities and urged all eligible individuals to get vaccinated to prevent severe illness.
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