The country’s COVID-19 cases rise to 68,898, with the DOH reporting 1,521 more infections. Total recoveries are now at 23,072 after 607 more beats the virus, while the death toll is at 1,835 with four new fatalities.

Recently, DFA confirms 135 new COVID-19 cases among Filipinos abroad, bringing the total number of infected to 9,136. Ten more died for a total of 644 fatalities, while another 39 recuperated for a total of 5,360 recoveries.

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 July 18, 2020. 

As of 4 PM today, July 20, 2020, the Department of Health reports the total number of COVID-19 cases at 68,898. A total of 1,521 confirmed cases are reported based on the total tests done by 62 out of 84 current operational labs.

DOH likewise announces 607 recoveries. This brings the total number of recoveries to 23,072.

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