The Department of Health (DOH) provides the latest information on the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) situation in the country, including the actions undertaken by the department in addressing the pandemic, through a ‘Virtual Presser’ on June 26, 2020.

According to DOH, As of 4 PM today, June 26, 2020, the Department of Health reports the total number of COVID-19 cases at 34,073. In addition to the 788 fresh cases, 218 late cases were also reported today. Today’s fresh cases are based on the daily accomplishment reports submitted by only 52 out of 59 current operational labs.

DOH likewise announces 274 recoveries. This brings the total number of recoveries to 9,182.

DOH Noted: Of the 12 reported deaths, 10 (83%) occurred in June (June 05-21, 2020). Two duplicates (both previously tagged as Recovered) were also removed from the total case count. The total cases reported may be subject to change as these numbers undergo constant cleaning and validation.

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