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Philippines detects 7 more cases of omicron subvariant Arcturus; total now at 11
The Philippines has confirmed seven new cases of the COVID-19 Omicron subvariant XBB.1.16, also known as Arcturus, bringing the total number of detected cases to 11.
The new cases were reported in Central Luzon (2), Western Visayas (2), Bicol Region (1), Mimaropa (1), and Cordillera Administrative Region (1).
The Department of Health (DOH) official in charge, Maria Rosario Vergeire, suggested that local transmission of Arcturus might be occurring due to the lack of connections between the new cases.
Despite this, Vergeire urged the public not to be overly concerned, emphasizing the importance of continuing to follow health protocols, including appropriate mask usage and staying up-to-date with vaccinations and booster shots.
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The Department of Health (DOH) has confirmed 28 cases of the Omicron subvariant XBB.1.16, also known as Arcturus, in the Philippines.
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The Department of Health (DOH) confirmed the local transmission of the XBB.1.16 Omicron subvariant, also known as 'Arcturus,' in Western Visayas.
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