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PH coronavirus cases reach 47,873
The Philippines logged 1,540 new COVID-19 cases, bringing the total to 47,873 as of July 7.
Of the new infections, 993 are classified as 'fresh' and 547 as 'late' cases.
The country also recorded 201 additional recoveries, raising the total to 12,386, and six new deaths, increasing the toll to 1,309.
The number of active COVID-19 cases in the country is 34,178.
The Philippines has the second highest number of coronavirus cases in Southeast Asia, next to Indonesia.
Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire stated that the rise in cases is due to increased testing and community transmission, not a second wave of the virus.
The DOH will introduce a new method of reporting coronavirus cases on July 10, and will cease distinguishing between 'fresh' and 'late' cases.
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