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COVID-19

The Department of Health (DOH) has assured the public that the new COVID-19 variant "Nimbus" has not been detected in the Philippines and is considered low risk by the World Health Organization. Despite rising cases in some Southeast Asian countries, the DOH emphasizes that the Philippines continues to experience a significant decline in infections, attributing this to public adherence to health precautions and reduced testing. Health protocols for major events remain unchanged, and the DOH collaborates with ASEAN members to monitor and address regional trends.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Tue, September 9, 2025 at 5:00 AM

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