E. Visayas reports 28 new Covid-19 cases, first 3 deaths
Eastern Visayas reported 28 new coronavirus cases on Saturday, June 27, bringing the total to 496.
The new cases include 17 from Samar, six from Southern Leyte, and five from Leyte.
Three deaths due to Covid-19 were confirmed in Eastern Visayas on Friday, June 26, marking the region's first fatalities.
All three deceased had underlying medical conditions such as diabetes or cardiac diseases, making them more vulnerable to the virus.
Contact tracing is underway for the new cases and local government units are following protocols to prevent contamination and transmission.
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