PH records lowest COVID-19 cases since July

The Philippines registered 3,656 new COVID-19 cases on October 20, 2021, the lowest daily infections recorded since July 13.

This marks a significant drop from the surge in September, driven by the Delta variant.

The country's total COVID-19 caseload has reached 2,735,369, with 67,061 active infections.

Of the active cases, 77.9% are mild, 6.8% are asymptomatic, 8.69% are moderate, 4.6% are severe, and 2.0% are in critical condition.

Total recoveries have reached 2,627,331, with five new fatalities bringing the death toll to 40,977.

The Department of Health (DOH) noted that the reported recoveries and deaths were lower than usual due to technical reporting issues, which are being addressed by the DICT.

Nationwide, ICU beds for COVID-19 patients remain at high risk with 59% utilization, while 44% of ward beds are in use.

The government continues to administer 70,000 to 90,000 vaccine doses daily to the general adult population.