Philippines COVID-19 cases near 479K with 959 new infections

The Philippines' COVID-19 tally reached 478,761 as of January 4, 2021, with 959 new infections reported.

Quezon City recorded the highest number of new cases, followed by Davao City, Rizal, Agusan Del Sur, and Laguna.

The Department of Health (DOH) attributed the relatively low number of reported cases to fewer patients being seen in laboratories during the New Year holiday.

Total recoveries rose to 448,279 with 26 additional patients recovering.

The death toll increased to 9,263 with six new fatalities, marking the fourth consecutive day with single-digit new deaths.

There are 21,219 active cases undergoing treatment or quarantine.

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