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NCR’s COVID-19 cases now on downward trend — OCTA
The COVID-19 growth rate in Metro Manila has declined to -9% as of August 14, according to OCTA Research.
The reproduction number in Metro Manila decreased to 1.03 on August 14, from 1.18 on August 7.
The daily positivity rate in the National Capital Region (NCR) has also been trending downward, standing at 15.7 percent as of August 16, down from 17.1 percent as of August 9.
The average daily attack rate (ADAR) slightly decreased to 8.14 per 100,000 population from 8.70 on August 14.
Healthcare utilization remains at 37%.
Despite the decreasing trends, OCTA fellow Dr. Guido David warned that the current wave of COVID-19 is not yet over and trends are still reversible.
Metro Manila is currently categorized as being at 'moderate risk' for COVID-19.
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