Philippines at critical risk; Metro Manila virus alert raised
The Philippines is at critical risk from the coronavirus, with Metro Manila being among the top regions with the highest infections.
Health Secretary Francisco T. Duque III reported that infections in Metro Manila have increased almost 15 times over the past two weeks and the average daily attack rate stood at 8.79.
On Wednesday, the country recorded 10,775 cases, the highest since October 10th, bringing the total to 2.87 million cases.
President Rodrigo Duterte raised the virus alert in Metro Manila to Level 3 from January 3rd to 15th due to the surge in infections.
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