Metro Manila’s new COVID-19 cases climb to 955 

A test tube with a Coronavirus label is seen in this illustration taken on January 29, 2020. | PHOTO: REUTERS/Dado Ruvic

MANILA, Philippines — Additional COVID-19 infections in Metro Manila increased to 955 on Thursday, July 14, according to independent pandemic monitor OCTA Research.

This is more than the 637 fresh infections recorded in the capital region on Wednesday, July 13.

Among the new cases in Metro Manila, OCTA Research fellow Guido David said 170 were reported in Quezon City, 119 from the City of Manila, and 103 from Makati City.

Cavite followed behind Metro Manila with the most number of new COVID-19 cases at 190, while Iloilo reported 140.

Provinces with the most new cases on 7.14.22. Data was extracted from https://t.co/kM89DgrHW7. Any errors in data should be addressed to DOH. @dzbb @allangatus @News5PH @dzrhnews @DZAR1026 @NewsRmn @dwiz882 @ali_sotto @PhilstarNews @manilabulletin @MlaStandard @ManilaTimesNEWS pic.twitter.com/ifIGXEU2n0

— Dr. Guido David (@iamguidodavid) July 14, 2022

The Department of Health (DOH) on Thursday said 2,371 new infections were recorded in the country, bringing the total active cases to 16,244.

It likewise predicted previously that cases may reach as high as 17,000 by the end of July if compliance with minimum public health standards further declines.

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