Manila Bulletin
NCR’s shift to Alert Level 1 by December possible if downward trend holds - OCTA
The OCTA Research group forecasts that the National Capital Region (NCR) may be downgraded to COVID-19 Alert Level 1 by December, provided the current downward trend in cases persists.
Professor Ranjit Rye of OCTA Research expressed optimism that the coming weeks will offer more predictable COVID-19 data, with a sustained decrease observed in the NCR.
However, this projection is contingent on the public's continued adherence to minimum health standards, the absence of new contagious variants, and an accelerated vaccination program.
Rye confirmed that the reported three-digit daily COVID-19 cases are not artificial, as validated through local government unit partners and reflected in lower hospital admissions and increased ICU capacity.
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