OCTA: Metro Manila COVID-19 cases on downward trend

COVID-19 cases in Metro Manila and four adjacent provinces are reportedly on a downward trend, according to OCTA Research Group.

Rizal has now been classified as 'moderate risk', while Metro Manila, Batangas, Cavite, Laguna, and Quezon remain at 'high risk'.

OCTA Research fellow Dr. Guido David indicated that the peak of cases has likely passed, with daily new infections expected to stay below 20,000 and generally decrease.

The COVID-19 reproduction number in Metro Manila has dropped further to 0.50, with a one-week growth rate of -69 percent.

Metro Manila on Friday, Jan. 28, reported 2,256 COVID-19 cases, the lowest daily number since Dec. 31, 2021.

The region registered a seven-day positivity rate of 21 percent, lower than the previous week.

Metro Manila's COVID-19 positivity rate remains high at 22%.

Healthcare utilization in the region is at a manageable level of 43%.

Metro Manila's risk classification is expected to improve to moderate risk by Jan. 29.