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Eastern Visayas records 78 new Covid-19 cases
Eastern Visayas recorded 78 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday night, the highest single-day increase, bringing the region's total to 342.
Of the new infections, several are returning residents, close contacts of confirmed cases, and some health workers.
The new cases were identified from 542 swab samples tested by facilities in Tacloban City.
Leyte province reported 36 new cases across several of its towns and cities.
Samar province has 25 new infections, including those from Basey and Calbayog City.
Southern Leyte recorded 24 new cases in towns such as Libagon and Tomas Oppus.
Local government officials have expressed concern over the recent surge in cases, with some areas losing their COVID-19-free status.
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