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DOH: COVID-19 cases in Philippines could reach 75k in June sans proper intervention
The Philippines recorded six new COVID-19 cases, bringing the total to 193, with 7 recoveries and 14 deaths.
The Department of Health (DOH) warned that cases could peak at 75,000 within three months if community quarantine measures are not strictly followed.
Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire stated that this is a modeling estimate made by experts from the WHO and local epidemiologists.
She emphasized that the curve can be flattened and the peak number of cases prevented by implementing stringent measures like social distancing.
The DOH has acknowledged sustained community transmission of COVID-19 in the country, leading to the declaration of Code Red Sub-Level 2 last week.
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