Philippines reports 8,719 new COVID-19 cases
The Philippines reported 8,719 new COVID-19 cases on Friday, bringing the total to 979,740.
Active cases increased to 102,799 with 96.4% being mild and 0.7% in critical condition.
Total recoveries climbed to 860,412 while fatalities rose to 16,529 after 159 new deaths were recorded.
On Tuesday, the country logged 7,379 new cases, the lowest caseload since April 7th, with total active cases at 127,006 and recoveries reaching 809,959.
ICU bed usage is currently at 66% while mechanical ventilators are 47% occupied.
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