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2,426 new COVID-19 cases bring Philippines' tally to 311,694
The Philippines' COVID-19 cases reached 311,694 with the DOH reporting 2,426 new infections.
Metro Manila had the highest number of new cases with 887, followed by Cavite, Rizal, Negros Occidental, and Batangas.
A total of 253,488 recoveries have been recorded, with 585 new patients recovering.
The death toll increased to 5,504 with 58 new fatalities, some of which occurred in previous months.
There are 52,702 active cases, with the majority being mild or asymptomatic.
Nationwide, 49% of COVID-19 ICU beds are occupied, and 23% of ventilators are in use.
Quarantine restrictions in Metro Manila may be loosened in November if infection numbers continue to decrease.
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