The Philippines recorded 32,744 new COVID-19 cases on Friday, January 21, bringing the total number of cases to over 3.3 million.
The death toll increased to 53,309 with 156 additional deaths, and recoveries rose to over 3 million.
Of the active cases, the majority are experiencing mild symptoms, with 304 patients in critical condition.
Metro Manila, Calabarzon, and Central Luzon continue to be the regions with the most new cases in the past two weeks.
The DOH reported that 51% of intensive care unit beds nationwide are in use, with Metro Manila at 49%.
Alert Level 4 has been imposed in Kalinga, Ifugao, Mountain Province, and Northern Samar due to healthcare utilization exceeding 70 percent.
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