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PH coronavirus cases surpass 26,000
The Philippines recorded 490 new COVID-19 cases on Monday, June 15, 2020, bringing the total confirmed infections to 26,420.
Of the new cases, 348 were classified as 'fresh' or newly validated, while 142 were considered late cases.
The country also reported 298 new recoveries, increasing the total number of recovered patients to 6,252.
The death toll from COVID-19 in the Philippines climbed to 1,098 with the addition of 10 new fatalities.
Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire stated that the DOH is working to validate approximately 2,200 pending cases.
University of the Philippines experts warned of significant community transmission, projecting up to 40,000 cases and 1,850 deaths by June 30 if current trends persist.
These experts advised against further easing quarantine restrictions, emphasizing the need for evidence-based decisions.
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