PH Covid cases rise to 7,579; death toll hits 501
On Sunday, April 26, the Philippines reported a total of 7,579 confirmed coronavirus cases with 285 new infections.
The death toll rose to 501 after seven more deaths were recorded, while recoveries increased to 862 with 70 new recoveries.
Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire announced that the Philippine Genome Center has been certified by the DOH for conducting COVID-19 tests, bringing the total number of accredited laboratories to eighteen.
The Philippines continues its enhanced community quarantine in high-risk areas until May 15 to prevent further spread of the virus.
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