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37,070 new COVID-19 cases bring active tally to 290K
The Philippines recorded 37,070 new COVID-19 cases on Monday, January 17, 2022, bringing the total number of infections to 3,242,374.
The number of active cases rose to 290,938, with the majority being mild infections.
Metro Manila, Calabarzon, and Central Luzon accounted for the highest number of cases in the last two weeks.
A total of 33,940 new recoveries were reported, bringing the country's total recoveries to 2,898,507.
The DOH also reported 23 new deaths, increasing the COVID-19 fatality toll to 52,929.
The positivity rate was 46% based on 77,410 conducted tests.
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