Philippines reports near 9k coronavirus cases, 603 deaths
As of Saturday, May 2, the Philippines reported a total of 8,928 confirmed coronavirus cases and 603 deaths.
The Department of Health recorded 156 new cases on Saturday, with 24 additional fatalities.
Forty patients recovered from the virus, bringing the total number of recoveries to 1,124.
Three months since the first detection of the virus in the Philippines, Filipinos are preparing for a 'new normal' as lockdowns transition into general community quarantine (GCQ) measures starting May 16.
Metro Manila and other parts of Luzon will remain under enhanced community quarantine until May 15.
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