Tuburan active cases drop to 25 with recovery of 40 patients
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu – Tuburan town in northwestern Cebu experienced a massive drop in its number of active cases on Sunday, November 29, 2020, after 40 residents were reported to have already recovered from their infection. This development means that the town located approximately 87 kilometers northwest of Cebu City has only 25 active cases […].....»»
Hope for RA 1616 retirees
Over a thousand state auditors and numerous more from other government offices, who retired under Republic Act 1616, were pinning their hopes for an additional monthly pension under a Senate bill filed by Senator Chiz Escudero more than a decade ago. Their hopes were unfortunately overtaken by the “holocaust” in the fiscal administration in the Philippines from 2011 to 2014. With the minds of DBM Secretary Florencio Abad and those of some lawmakers in turmoil, over the “kahindik-hindik” (disgusting) audit report on their pork barrel, the bill went nowhere. But today, with a silver lining in every sector of government, there is hope the Escudero bill could move toward approval. During the 16th Congress, Senator Escudero introduced Senate Bill 588: “An Act to Grant Monthly Pension to Government Retirees under R.A. 1616 Who Have Reached the Age of Seventy Years.” Here were the bill’s features: Section I. Declaration of Policy – The Constitution provides that the State shall occasionally review to upgrade the pensions and other benefits due to retirees of both the government and private sectors. As far as possible, it should provide those who have less in life the opportunity to earn a living so that they may play a more active role in social life, especially in the economic and political spheres. It is the duty of the State to create conditions that are necessary to realize the right of all citizens, particularly the underprivileged, to equal opportunity. To this end, the State shall grant a Monthly Pension to government retirees who have availed of retirement benefits under Republic Act No. 1616. Senator Escudero was pushing for this bill. He said government pensioners are provided a gratuity under RA 1616, but the law that was enacted in 1957 could no longer sufficiently provide for the needs of the government retirees five years after the retirement age of 65. “The proposal recognizes that the majority of this class of retirees have been living in abject poverty, and many of them have to depend on close relatives and friends. Aged government personnel who retired need monthly pensions because, at their late age, their opportunities for earning are almost nil,” Escudero said. “The lump sum they received under RA 1616 was greatly eroded by the economic slump and high cost of living. Their economic difficulties were aggravated when the country suffered from the devastating effects of natural calamities,” he added. Under SB 588, the gratuity is payable by the last employer. The employee is also entitled to a refund of the retirement premiums he paid to the GSIS, his personal share with interest, and the government share without interest. The requirements to qualify are: (1) the retirees must be in government service on or before 31 May 1977; (2) has rendered at least 20 years of service regardless of age and employment status; and (3) his/her last three years of service before retirement must be continuous, except in cases of death, disability, abolition or phase out of position due to reorganization. The post Hope for RA 1616 retirees appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Anti-drug drive spares no one — Abalos
Department of the Interior and Local Government Secretary Benjamin “Benhur” Abalos Jr. has vowed to spare no one in the government’s anti-drug campaign. “We have to make a statement. We are going to show our people that the government is serious about this war on drugs. There will be house cleansing, and no one will be spared,” Abalos said during a forum on mental health and substance use organized by the Department of Health and USAID RenewHealth Project as part of the observance of World Drug Day on Monday. The DILG chief also said that the government and law enforcement agencies need to become “role models” in the campaign against illegal drugs. “We do not believe in shortcuts. We believe in the rule of law. Trust in government must be sustained,” he said. “Everyone has a role in this fight. We will increase awareness against the use of illegal drugs, strengthen our community-based drug rehabilitation program, empower the youth, engage with the business sector, and promote an active lifestyle,” Abalos added. Abalos previously announced the conduct of random drug testing in the DILG, its attached agencies, and local governments as part of its Buhay Ingatan, Droga’y Ayawan or BIDA Program. At least 50 police officers have also been charged with criminal and administrative cases for allegedly committing irregularities in the seizure of P6.7 billion worth of “shabu” in October last year. The post Anti-drug drive spares no one — Abalos appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Napolcom
The National Police Commission or Napolcom and the Philippine National Police have filed criminal raps against 50 active police officers in connection with the 990-kilogram drug haul in October 2022. Per Secretary of the Interior and Local Government Benhur Abalos, Napolcom and the PNP filed complaints around two weeks ago against the erring cops with the Military and Other Law Enforcement Offices, the police, as well as with the military Ombudsman. Based on this news, it is worth asking and discussing the role of Napolcom. Napolcom is the agency mandated by the 1987 Constitution and the Major Police Reform Laws — Republic Act 6975, otherwise known as the Department of the Interior and Local Government Act of 1990, and Republic Act 8551, also known as the Philippine National Police Reform and Reorganization Act of 1998 — to administer and control the PNP. The Napolcom is separate and distinct from the PNP. However, there has always been a misconception that both are the same. Among the administrative control and operational supervisory powers over the PNP exercised by Napolcom — the one pertinent to this article — is the power to monitor and investigate police anomalies and irregularities. The PNP’s mission is to enforce the law, prevent and control crimes, maintain peace and order, and ensure public safety and internal security with the active support of the community. Given this very substantial and crucial mission where a lot is at stake on a national and local level, it makes sense that there should be an entity to maintain the checks and balances. As difficult as it is and given that police officers are involved, the responsibilities bestowed upon Napolcom leaders should not be ignored by the public. Rather, they must be understood and appreciated. Its vision is: “The National Police Commission shall be a competent and responsive overseer of an effective police service.” An incompetent police force will make peace and safety impossible to maintain as chaos will rule the streets; whereas a competent one will ensure laws and regulations are strictly obeyed and followed. A nonresponsive police unit will destroy the confidence of the citizenry in our uniformed personnel; while a responsive force will instill faith that our needs in times of danger and despair are going to be responded to. An inefficient police service will cause our country to decay at an unprecedented rate; on the contrary, an efficient police service will correct and address the wrongs that will guarantee progress and prosperity for the country. Its mission is: “To exercise administrative control and operational supervision over the PNP, with the end in view of ensuring a highly capable, effective, and credible police service.” This mission of Napolcom was on full display when the filing of the aforesaid cases was undertaken. The investigation process was conducted fairly and completely to showcase the capability of the police. The way the alleged wrongdoers cooperated during the conduct of the investigation showed the effective discharge of the powers of the police superiors. Last, but certainly not least, the filing of the cases with the appropriate judicial body showed that the credibility of the PNP is of utmost importance. The function and role of the Napolcom were and still are not understood by most. But based on these developments and outcomes, it will be inappropriate to let the misconceptions continue. Restoring confidence and instilling credibility in the PNP is paramount currently when we are under a new administration and leadership. This will ensure and promote that we are aligned with the plans and programs of the government. An environment where there is no peace, order and safety will deter us from implementing the plans and programs that are meant only for our improvement. Let us continue to wish Napolcom and the PNP success. The post Napolcom appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Pay now, help later
Dear Atty. Chris, My sister was rushed to the ER due to dehydration. She needed the dextrose because she was really pale and needed it. The nurse told us we need to pay first before providing treatment to my sister. Is this right? Help me Atty. Vil ***** Dear Vil, To answer your question directly, no, it is not right to demand any deposit. According to the Republic Act 10932, otherwise known as “An Act Strengthening the Anti-Hospital Deposit Law.” Succinctly, Section 1 of the law dictates that it is unlawful for any proprietor, president, director, manager or any other officer and/or medical practitioner or employee of a hospital or medical clinic to request, solicit, demand or accept any deposit or any other form of advance payment as a prerequisite for administering basic emergency care to any patient, confinement or medical treatment of a patient in such hospital, viz: “Sec. 1. In emergency or serious cases, it shall be unlawful for any proprietor, president, director, manager or any other officer and/or medical practitioner or employee of a hospital or medical clinic to request, solicit, demand or accept any deposit or any other form of advance payment as a prerequisite for administering basic emergency care to any patient, confinement or medical treatment of a patient in such hospital or medical clinic or to refuse to administer medical treatment and support as dictated by good practice of medicine to prevent death, or permanent disability, or in the case of a pregnant woman, permanent injury or loss of her unborn child, or non-institutional delivery: Provided, That by reason of inadequacy of the medical capabilities of the hospital or medical clinic, the attending physician may transfer the patient to a facility where the appropriate care can be given, after the patient or his next of kin consents to said transfer and after the receiving hospital or medical clinic agrees to the transfer: Provided, however, That when the patient is unconscious, incapable of giving consent and/or unaccompanied, the physician can transfer the patient even without his consent: Provided, further, That such transfer shall be done only after necessary emergency treatment and support have been administered to stabilize the patient and after it has been established that such transfer entails less risks than the patient’s continued confinement: Provided, furthermore, That no hospital or clinic, after being informed of the medical indications for such transfer, shall refuse to receive the patient nor demand from the patient or his next of kin any deposit or advance payment: Provided, finally, That strict compliance with the foregoing procedure on transfer shall not be construed as a refusal made punishable by this Act.” (Emphasis and underscoring supplied) In this connection, Article 2 of the cited law defines basic emergency medical care as follows: “(i) ‘Basic emergency care’ — the response to a situation where there is urgently required medical care and attention, and shall include procedures required for initial diagnosis, use of equipment and supplies in sufficiently addressing the emergency situation, considering the welfare of the patient. It also includes the necessary medical procedures and treatment administered to a woman in active labor to ensure the safe delivery of the newborn.” Consistent with the prohibition against actually adding further features to the Act, Section 5 provides for death, disability or serious injury resulting from the refusal to provide basic emergency medical care on the basis of the policy advance payment or bond. It provides for the presumption of liability in the event of serious medical injury. In summary, Section 5 says: “Sec. 5. Presumption of Liability. — In the event of death, permanent disability, serious impairment of the health condition of the patient-complainant, or in the case of a pregnant woman, permanent injury or loss of her unborn child, proceeding from the denial of his or her admission to a health facility pursuant to a policy or practice of demanding deposits or advance payments for confinement or treatment, a presumption of liability shall arise against the hospital, medical clinic, and the official, medical practitioner, or employee involved.” Therefore, applying the above law, it is already known that advance deposits or payments are required in various practices of hospitals, except where appointment of transfer due to incompetence of the hospital or clinic is impermissible and punishable. Hope this helps. Atty. Chris Liquigan The post Pay now, help later appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Inaugural AI summit sets stage for Phl future redefined by AI
Aboitiz Data Innovation, the Data Science and Artificial Intelligence arm of the Aboitiz Group, successfully held the inaugural AI Summit in the Philippines from 10 to 11 May 2023 at the Marriott Grand Ballroom, Pasay, Philippines. In partnership with Union Bank of the Philippines, Aboitiz Equity Ventures and Google Cloud, the groundbreaking event broke open the discussion and incited action on shaping the future of the country with AI. The summit brought together over 1,000 industry professionals from various sectors, marking a significant milestone in the country’s technological landscape. The Aboitiz Group is currently undergoing a "Great Transformation" to become the Philippines’ first "techglomerate" with ADI at its forefront, operationalizing DSAI to transform data into business and sustainability outcomes to better serve the needs of its customers and stakeholders. The "AI Summit PH 2023: Redefining the Future with AI" forum featured real-world use cases of data being turned into actionable insights and deep-dived into discussions on the challenges, opportunities and advancements within the AI and tech space. The AI Summit PH 2023 was opened with a captivating keynote speech titled “Reimagining a Sustainable and Equitable Philippines with AI” delivered by Third District of Negros Occidental Representative and Housing and Urban Development Chairperson Jose Francisco Benitez. In his address, Benitez highlighted the pivotal role of technological innovation in promoting national development, as heralded by the Philippine constitution. He emphasized the need for collective action in equipping the people with the necessary skills and fostering innovation to adapt, compete and flourish in a brave new world. “A digital future is our national destiny. Let us work together to harness its benefits for all,” Benitez said. [caption id="attachment_132920" align="aligncenter" width="1501"] Third District of Negros Occidental Representative and Housing and Urban Development chairperson Jose Francisco Benitez inspired the crowd at the AI Summit PH 2023 with his message on the power of AI and innovation in promoting national development. (PHOTO COURTESY OF ABOITIZ)[/caption] Through a series of engaging events, including talks, fireside chats, panel discussions, knowledge sessions and networking opportunities, the AI Summit PH 2023 provided a platform for industry leaders, tech innovators and game-changers to share valuable insights and actionable use cases of AI implementation. Attendees were exposed to a diverse range of topics, exploring the immense potential of AI in revolutionizing various sectors, driving sustainable urban development, transforming financial services, powering sustainable smart cities and operationalizing DSAI. Google Cloud Southeast Asia’s Regional Customer Solutions Manager Richard Coombes delivered a presentation on how Google is bringing AI to users, business and society. He also participated in a panel discussion on Generative AI with leaders from ADI and Amazon Web Services. Tiffany Adriana, Google Data Analytics - Southeast Asia Customer Solution Consultant joined experts from Connected Women and KPMG Philippines to discuss data-driven foundations with a focus on data literacy and inclusion. The AI Summit PH 2023 also served as an exceptional platform for networking and collaboration, fostering connections among industry professionals, entrepreneurs and visionaries. Attendees had the opportunity to engage with tech innovators and game-changers, expanding their professional networks and exploring potential partnerships. During the two-day summit, ADI and Connected Women launched its partnership on empowering the latter’s members to take on advanced services such as data handling, language annotation and image annotation for ADI’s Data Science and Artificial intelligence projects. ADI and Mila’s partnership on building responsible AI solutions for the power sector was also announced during the Summit through a ceremonial signing. Mila, headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, focuses its mission on core research areas such as health, environment and climate change, and AI ethics. Mila extends its expertise and leadership in AI to deliver advances that will benefit all of society. On the financial services front, LBC Express, Inc., ADI and UnionBank signed a tripartite agreement to champion financial sustainability at the inaugural AI Summit. Through this initiative, LBC clients will have access to small business financing from UnionBank to help finance their expansion plans. The SeekCap Embedded Scoring Agreement was also signed by UBX and ADI during the event. “Let me congratulate Aboitiz Data Innovation on spearheading the first Artificial Intelligence Summit. We laud your efforts in forging our path to national advancement through technological research and innovation as you forge strong partnerships in the field of technology,” shared Vice President of the Philippines Sara Z. Duterte in an official statement. “This active pursuit to explore artificial intelligence and find ways to use it positively for progress facilitates a culture of futures-thinking and preparedness in society,” she added. On the second day of the summit, Department of Information and Communications Technology Secretary Ivan John Uy presented an overview of the DSAI landscape in the Philippines and future prospects of these technologies within the country. Uy said, “Digital transformation is about constantly adapting and optimizing new solutions to the ever-changing needs of society, and it starts with deeper and more meaningful partnerships between the government and the private sector. And we all share a common goal of transforming the country and accelerating its progress through the use of all these emerging technologies.” Dr. David R. Hardoon, Chief Executive Officer of ADI, expressed his gratitude for the overwhelming response to the first-ever AI Summit in the country and the active participation of industry and government leaders and diverse professionals. “We are thrilled with the success of the AI Summit, which surpassed our expectations in terms of attendance and engagement. This event truly showcases the potential of AI to revolutionize industries and drive sustainable development in the Philippines. We are proud to have provided a platform for meaningful discussions and collaborations that will shape the future of AI in the Philippines,” stated Hardoon. ADI plans to build on the success of the AI Summit PH 2023 and continue driving AI innovation to transform businesses and government and advance communities in the Philippines and beyond. They remain committed to advancing AI technologies, fostering industry partnerships and empowering businesses to harness the transformative power of AI for sustainable growth and development. ### The post Inaugural AI summit sets stage for Phl future redefined by AI appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Gov’t must remain vigilant vs Covid
Economists said the government must remain vigilant over the rising Covid-19 cases to avoid disrupting business activities again and dragging the momentum for bank loans. “Increasing Covid-19 cases may have an alternative impact with more cautious consumption. We will have to see and observe carefully,” Carlo Asuncion, chief economist of Union Bank of the Philippines, told the Daily Tribune last Friday. On the same day, the World Health Organization declared that Covid-19 is no longer a global emergency. However, the Department of Health reported local cases have risen, with 1,878 more cases last Saturday, nine deaths, and 10,195 active cases. OCTA Research group said this brought the Covid-19 positivity rate nationwide up to 19.3 percent and warned it could climb to 25 percent in Metro Manila. Keep numbers down Bank economists said the authorities must adopt ways to curb the spread of Covid-19 while ensuring projected economic growth will not be dragged. “There are higher Covid cases recently, but still among the lowest since the pandemic started and would remain manageable if hospital bed utilization remains low and support further reopening of the economy towards greater normalcy with no more Covid restrictions,” Michael Ricafort, chief economist of Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation, said. For now, economists believe the slowing inflation and high vaccination rate in the country remain strong indications of vigorous business activities and possibly higher economic growth. “Unless hospitalizations dramatically increase, we think this would not significantly disrupt economic activities and affect loan demand, especially since the majority of the population are vaccinated,” Domini Velasquez, chief economist of China Banking Corporation, said. Ricafort added, “Easing inflation would fundamentally reduce interest rates that, in turn, reduce borrowing costs for the coming months, thereby supporting faster loan demand.” Inflation rate last month decelerated to 6.6 percent last month from 7.6 percent in March and the record-high 8.7 percent in January. The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas aims to slow inflation further to 6 percent this year and 2.9 percent in 2024 through policy rate adjustments. The post Gov’t must remain vigilant vs Covid appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
DILG and PNP
It is common knowledge that the Philippine National Police is under the Department of the Interior and Local Government. What is not known is the wisdom behind this. The answer is that the mandate of the DILG is to strengthen the capabilities of local government units to develop themselves for the sake of the good life of their respective citizens. Peace and order which the PNP provides are necessary to attain this. RA 6975, otherwise known as the DILG Act of 1990, which took effect on 1 January 1991, established the PNP and placed it under the wing of a reorganized DILG. The National Police Commission, an attached agency of the DILG for policy and program coordination, and where the DILG Secretary sits as ex-officio chair, was made responsible for the administrative control of the PNP. Governors and mayors were deputized as representatives of Napolcom. The governors were given the right to choose the PNP regional director, while mayors were given operational control of the PNP within their respective territorial jurisdictions. With the enactment of the DILG law, the government was able to heed the call of many sectors for a unified single police force, instead of two law enforcement agencies. Those two were the Integrated National Police and the much older Philippine Constabulary. The first was too militarily oriented, while the second was outright military under the Armed Forces of the Philippines. In contrast, the new PNP is civilian in character. The DILG is an old and revered institution in our country. Unbelievably, it traces its roots to the Philippine Revolution of 1897. In March of that year, the Katipunan Government, amid its struggle for independence, established the first department of the interior at the Tejeros Convention held in Rosario, Cavite. The Biak-na-Bato Constitution in November of 1897 formally defined the department’s powers to include the supervision of local political units, the generation of statistics, the building of roads and bridges, the development of agriculture, the dissemination of public information, and the maintenance of the public order. From the above, one can see that there is historical continuity in the power of the present DILG over local government units, and the maintenance of public safety and order. The peace and order that the PNP can provide make it possible to attain the development programs of LGUs and the effective exercise of supervisory control of the DILG over them. Other powers and responsibilities of the DILG — which were reorganized — include forest conservation, public instruction, counterinsurgency, rehabilitation, community development, and cooperatives development. Meanwhile, the PNP grew and steadily completed its internal restructuring, even as the DILG continued to train, organize, and equip the PNP for the effective performance of civilian police functions nationwide. The core functions of the PNP have remained the same: law enforcement, maintenance of peace and order, the prevention and investigation of crimes with the active help of the community, as well as the bringing of offenders to justice. The primary responsibility to suppress insurgency was transferred to the AFP. Today, some of the PNP’s better-known operational support units include the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group, Highway Patrol Group, Maritime Group, Intelligence Group, Forensic Group, Drug Enforcement Group, Anti-Kidnapping Group, and the Anti-Cybercrime Group that deals with digital and online crimes. In exceptional cases, the PNP has been exposed to vulnerabilities of different sorts. To combat these, it has created an Internal Affairs Service operating nationally whose main task is to help the PNP leadership institute reforms to improve the image of the police force. It does this by doing assessments, analyses, and evaluations of the character and behavior of PNP personnel. We should appreciate the continuous improvements being undertaken by the PNP. The post DILG and PNP appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
EDITORIAL – Waiting for bivalent jabs
As of March 23, according to the official tracker of the Department of Health, there were still 8,414 active COVID-19 cases nationwide, with 66,304 deaths......»»
‘18,000 active cases by December if protocol compliance wanes’
With less than a month before Christmas, the Department of Health yesterday said active COVID-19 cases in the country may reach a total of 18,000 by December if compliance with public health safeguards continues to decline......»»
Philippines logs 938 new COVID-19 cases, 9 more deaths
MANILA, Nov. 21 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines reported 938 new COVID-19 infections on Monday, bringing the total number of confirmed cases in the Southeast Asian country to 4,026,895. The Department of Health (DOH) said the number of active cases dropped to 18,179, while nine more patients died from COVID-19 complications, taking the death toll to 64,485. Metro Manila, the capital region with over 13 millio.....»»
Philippines logs 695 new cases, 15 more deaths
MANILA, Nov. 22 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines reported 695 new COVID-19 infections on Tuesday, bringing the number of confirmed cases in the Southeast Asian country to 4,027,469. The Department of Health (DOH) said the number of active cases dropped to 17,550, while 15 more patients died from COVID-19 complications, taking the death toll to 64,500. Metro Manila, the capital region with over 13 million peopl.....»»
Philippines logs 1,370 new cases, death toll breaches 64,000
MANILA, Oct. 30 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines reported 1,370 new COVID-19 infections on Sunday, pushing the number of confirmed cases in the Southeast Asian country to 4,003,459. The Department of Health said the number of active cases dropped to 20,824, while 38 more patients died from COVID-19 complications, pushing the country's death toll to 64,033. Metro Manila, the capital region with over 13 million.....»»
Negros Occidental COVID-19 cases rise nearly 100%
Active COVID cases in Negros Occidental went up by almost 100 percent, with nine deaths in the past two weeks, according to the Provincial Incident Management Team......»»
Philippines logs 943 new COVID-19 cases, 32 more deaths
MANILA, Oct. 25 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines reported 943 new COVID-19 infections on Tuesday, pushing the number of confirmed cases in the Southeast Asian country to 3,996,818. The Department of Health said the number of active cases dropped to 21,924, while 32 more patients died from COVID-19 complications, raising the country's death toll to 63,846. Metro Manila, the capital region with over 13 million p.....»»
Philippines logs 1,121 new COVID-19 cases, 37 more deaths
MANILA, Oct. 26 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines reported 1,121 new COVID-19 infections on Wednesday, pushing the number of confirmed cases in the Southeast Asian country to 3,997,941. The Department of Health said the number of active cases dropped to 21,325, while 37 more patients died from COVID-19 complications, bringing the country's death toll to 63,883. Metro Manila, the Philippine capital with over 13.....»»
Philippines logs 1,379 new COVID-19 cases, 38 deaths
MANILA, Oct. 27 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines reported 1,379 new COVID-19 infections on Thursday, pushing the number of confirmed cases in the Southeast Asian country to 3,999,226. The Department of Health (DOH) said the number of active cases dropped to 21,215, while 38 more patients died from COVID-19 complications, pushing the country's death toll to 63,921. Metro Manila, the Philippine capital with over.....»»
Philippines COVID-19 cases breach 4 mln mark in total
MANILA, Oct. 28 (Xinhua) -- The total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in the Philippines passed the 4 million mark after the Department of Health (DOH) reported 1,551 new infections on Friday. The DOH said 38 more patients died from COVID-19 complications, taking the death toll to 63,959. The number of active cases rose to 21,685. Metro Manila, the capital region of over 13 million people, tallied 364.....»»
PH logs over 1,000 new Covid-19 cases
DOH The daily Covid-19 tally of the Philippines is back to over 1,000 on Wednesday, Oct. 26. Department of Health’s (DOH) latest data showed 1,121 newly confirmed patients infected with Covid-19 virus nationwide. Active cases stood at 21,325. The regions with the most cases in the last two weeks were Metro Manila with 6,751, Calabarzon with 3,798, Central Luzon with 2,234, Western Visayas with 1,638, and Davao region 1,344. The country’s caseload rose to 3,997,941. Of the figure, 3,912,733 patients have recovered while the death toll was at 63,883. “Let’s continue to observe the health protocol; pagsusuot ng face mask, especially doon sa mga mataong lugar. The pandemic is not over and we are yet in the phase of the pandemic although mas manageable ngayon kasi mababa na ang mga kaso, hindi na napupuno ang mga hospitals, mababa na rin ang mga death rate but we should not think that this pandemic is over,” said infectious disease expert Dr. Rontgene Solante in a public briefing. “Covid is still with us, there is steep transmission, so kailangan pa rin magmatyag, and be vigilant with all the movements and be careful also with all the gatherings that we have,” he added......»»
Philippines logs 2,367 new COVID-19 cases, 38 deaths
MANILA, Oct. 15 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines reported 2,367 new COVID-19 infections on Saturday, pushing the number of confirmed cases in the Southeast Asian country to 3,980,629. The Department of Health (DOH) said the number of active cases dropped to 26,404, while 38 more patients died from COVID-19 complications, pushing the country's death toll to 63,477. Metro Manila, the capital region with over 13.....»»
Philippines logs 2,321 new COVID-19 cases, 33 more deaths
MANILA, Oct. 16 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines reported 2,321 new COVID-19 infections on Sunday, pushing the number of confirmed cases in the Southeast Asian country to 3,982,965. The Department of Health said the number of active cases dropped to 26,003, while 33 more patients died from COVID-19 complications, pushing the country's death toll to 63,510. Metro Manila, the capital region with over 13 million.....»»