COVID-19 Positivity Rate in the Philippines Rises to 32% in Just One Week
The Department of Health (DOH) has issued a warning that COVID-19 cases are on the rise again, with an increase of 32% in just a week. Read more here.
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Manila LGU Mulls Reimposing Mandatory Masks; DOH Says No Recommendation Yet
Mayor Honey Lacuna-Pangan clarified that the final decision will be made in the following days as health authorities continue to track the COVID-19 trend.
IATF, DOH to Discuss ‘Decoupling’ of COVID-19 Restrictions on Feb. 1
The IATF and DOH are set to discuss the “decoupling” or separation of COVID-19 restrictions from the existing alert level system on Wednesday, Feb. 1.
Metro Manila COVID-19 Positivity Rate Rises to 12.4% - OCTA
The seven-day COVID-19 positivity in the National Capital Region has climbed to 12.4% on Dec. 3 from 11.1% on Nov. 26, as per OCTA Research.
Coming to the Philippines? How to Get the Required eArrival Card for Inbound Travelers
The eArrival Card, which replaces the Department of Health’s One Health Pass, was made mandatory on Nov. 1 to all travelers entering the Philippines.
DOH Approves Use of Sinovac’s COVID-19 Vaccine for Children Aged Six to 17
Children aged six to 17 years old can now get their shots of Sinovac’s CoronaVac COVID-19 vaccine as an alternative to mRNA vaccines.
DBM Releases P1.04 Billion for Health Workers’ Risk Allowance
The Department of Budget and Management released on Monday the special risk allowance for health workers worth P1.04 billion.
Face Masks Now Voluntary Outdoors; State of Calamity Due to COVID-19 Extended
It is now optional to wear face masks outdoors in the Philippines, as mandated by Executive Order No. 3, signed yesterday.