DOH reports 217 new COVID-19 cases, active infections rise

The Department of Health (DOH) reported 217 new COVID-19 cases on Tuesday, bringing the total caseload to 4,082,418.

Active infections increased to 9,680 from 9,463 on Monday, marking a continuous uptrend.

The highest case numbers in recent weeks were reported in Metro Manila with 935 cases, followed by Davao Region (388), Northern Mindanao (367), Calabarzon (296), and Soccsksargen (175).

Recoveries increased to 4,006,348 while the death toll rose to 66,390.

Testing data showed that at least 5,727 individuals were tested on Tuesday with a bed occupancy rate of 15.1%.

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