PH reports 3,656 new COVID cases; few deaths, recoveries due to data system issue
The number of fresh cases is the lowest since July 13 or when the country reported 3,604 infections, according to the ABS-CBN Investigative and Research Group.
"The low number of reported recoveries and deaths today are due to technical issues with COVIDKaya. Additional recoveries and deaths shall be reflected in the case bulletin in the following days," the DOH said. The intensive care unit bed occupancy rate in Metro Manila and the Philippines was at 53 percent and 59 percent, respectively.
Watch more on iWantTFC The DOH earlier said all areas in the country have "peaked and are at downward trend," and only Zamboanga Peninsula remains under "high risk" classification for virus cases.
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