DOH: 4,700 new COVID-19 cases, active tally lowest since March

On Wednesday, May 19, the Department of Health reported 4,700 new COVID-19 cases in the Philippines, bringing the total to 1,159,071.

The number of active cases dropped to 49,951, the lowest since March 11.

Total recoveries increased to 1,089,613 with 6,986 new recoveries and the death toll rose to 19,507 after 136 new fatalities.

Data showed that 58% of ICU beds are in use while 39% of mechanical ventilators are occupied.

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