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PH coronavirus cases climb to 12,718, deaths now at 831
As of May 18, 2020, the Philippines has recorded 12,718 total coronavirus cases with 831 deaths.
The Department of Health confirmed 205 new cases, with 145 originating from Metro Manila.
There were 7 new deaths and 94 recoveries reported on May 18, bringing the total recoveries to 2,729.
Metro Manila, Bataan, Bulacan, Nueva Ecija, Pampanga, Zambales, Angeles City, and Laguna remain under modified enhanced community quarantine (MECQ) until May 31.
Cebu City and Mandaue City are still under enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) until May 31.
The rest of the country is under general community quarantine (GCQ), though Malacañang warned that ECQ could be reinstated due to reports of heavy traffic and lack of social distancing.
The government stated it cannot afford to shoulder testing costs for private employees returning to work.
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