DOH assumes Delta variant community transmission in PH
The Department of Health assumes that there is already community transmission of the Delta COVID-19 variant in the Philippines due to its detection in various parts of the country and a rise in infections.
Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire said government still needs evidence before making an official announcement.
On Friday, Health Secretary Francisco Duque III stated that there is no definitive community transmission yet but emphasized the importance of assuming local transmission for pandemic response intensification.
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