The Department of Foreign Affairs records no new COVID-19 deaths. coronavirus
PROTECTIVE MEASURES. Shoppers clad in protective gear, including face masks and shields and latex gloves walk through the Tajrish Bazaar in Iran's capital Tehran on April 25, 2020, during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. File photo by Atta Kenare/AFPhas climbed to 2,331 as of Friday, May 15, according to the Department of Foreign Affairs.
This is an increase of 9 new cases from the previous day's tally of 2,322. No new deaths were recorded, keeping the death toll at 269. The total confirmed cases include 1,273 Filipinos who are still being treated and 789 who have recovered. "The DFA, through its embassies and consulates, remains committed to continuously monitoring the status of our nationals abroad and providing assistance, whenever possible, to ensure their welfare as we continue to battle against COVID-19," the DFA said.
Filipinos infected with the coronavirus were spread out across 46 countries. Below is a breakdown of cases per region:
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