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PH logs 2,651 COVID-19 cases, highest in over 4 months
The Philippines has recorded 571,327 total COVID-19 cases with 2,651 new infections reported on Friday, the highest single-day tally this year.
The country's recovery count has reached 524,582 with 561 new recoveries, while the death toll has increased to 12,247 with 46 additional fatalities.
Currently, there are 34,498 active cases, with 88.4% being mild infections.
The Philippines is expecting 600,000 doses of the Sinovac vaccine to arrive on Sunday, February 28, marking the first vaccine rollout in the country.
The Sinovac vaccine has been recommended by the NITAG for healthcare workers.
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