AT A GLANCE. The DOH announces 284 new COVID-19 cases, raising the total to 8,772. Meanwhile, recoveries are now at 1,084, with deaths now at 579. The trend shows the growth in cases in the country since it has reported its first case. COVID19PH READ:
FRONTLINER. A health worker conducts a swab test to a suspected COVID-19 patient in Sta. Ana Hospital in Manila on April 17, 2020. Photo by Lisa Marie David/Rappler
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippines now has 8,772 confirmed cases of coronavirus infections, as the Department of Health reported 284 new ones on Friday, May 1.Forty-one new patients recovered from the virus, bringing total recoveries to 1,084.the lockdown in Metro Manila and other parts of Luzon to May 15. Outside Luzon, lockdowns have also been implemented in Cebu province, Cebu City, Iloilo province, and Davao City until May 15.
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