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Philippines’ COVID-19 cases exceed 496,000 with 2,048 new infections
The Philippines' COVID-19 cases have risen to 496,646 with the DOH reporting 2,048 new infections on Friday, January 15, 2021.
Bulacan registered the highest number of new cases, followed by Davao, Pangasinan, Manila, and Leyte.
The death toll increased to 9,876 with 137 new fatalities, while total recoveries reached 459,737 after 551 more patients recovered.
There are 27,033 active cases, with the majority being mild or asymptomatic.
Data from the DOH shows that 60% of the country's ICU beds are available and 78% of mechanical ventilators are ready for use.
The DOH confirmed the detection of the UK COVID-19 variant in a Quezon City resident who returned from Dubai.
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