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Covid-19 infects 43 more Eastern Visayas residents
Eastern Visayas has recorded a total of 1,464 COVID-19 cases since March 23, with 43 new infections reported on Thursday.
The significant surge in cases is attributed to the testing of returning residents, including OFWs and LSIs, predominantly from Metro Manila and Cebu.
Samar has the highest number of new cases with 20, followed by Northern Samar with six, Leyte with four, and Eastern Samar with one.
Of the total confirmed cases, 857 individuals have recovered, while four have died due to COVID-19 complications.
The deceased individuals had pre-existing medical conditions such as diabetes and heart or respiratory diseases.
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