Manila launches first walk-in COVID-19 testing center

Manila launched its first walk-in testing center for COVID-19 on Monday, located outside Ospital ng Sampaloc.

The center is designed for those without vehicles and is open to both residents and non-residents of Manila.

Mayor Francisco 'Isko Moreno' Domagoso emphasized the need for an inclusive approach to fighting the virus and called for donations to sustain free testing services.

As of July 19, Manila has recorded 3,714 coronavirus cases with 1,409 active cases and 2,262 recoveries.

The city also operates two drive-thru testing centers in Lawton and Quirino Grandstand, where over 1,500 individuals have been tested since last week.