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PH logs 5,404 COVID-19 cases, fourth biggest single-day tally
The Philippines reported 5,404 new COVID-19 cases on March 15, 2021, marking the fourth biggest single-day tally in the country since the pandemic began.
The country's total confirmed COVID-19 cases have reached 626,893, with active cases now at 53,479.
Additionally, 8 new deaths and 71 recoveries were reported, bringing the total death toll to 12,837 and total recoveries to 560,577.
The Department of Health confirmed the detection of the P3 variant within the Philippines, which may be more transmissible due to the N501Y mutation.
The P3 variant also contains the E484K mutation, which is a concern for immune system evasion, though further studies are needed.
The country has also recorded cases of other variants of concern, including the UK, South Africa, and Brazil variants.
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