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Philippines confirms 2,996 new coronavirus cases, 83 more deaths

  • In a bulletin, the ministry said total confirmed cases in the Philippines have increased to 334,770, the highest toll in Southeast Asia, and fatalities to 6,152.
Published October 9, 2020 Updated October 9, 2020 04:53pm
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MANILA: The Philippines' health ministry on Friday reported 2,996 new coronavirus infections and 83 deaths.

In a bulletin, the ministry said total confirmed cases in the Philippines have increased to 334,770, the highest toll in Southeast Asia, and fatalities to 6,152.