The Philippines on Wednesday logged 866 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday as millions in the capital region gradually adjust to the new normal under Alert Level 1.
The day's tally brought total active cases to 50,827. The DOH also reported 1,622 new recoveries and 23 deaths reported.
Overall, a total of 3,663,920 COVID-19 cases have been reported since the pandemic began in March 2020, of which 3,556,589 have recovered and 56,504 died.
Alert Level 1 is the lowest set of restrictions under the five-tier alert-based COVID quarantines, which allows for the return to work, 100% capacity for public transportation, and face to face classes.
The Department of Health likened Alert Level 1 to the “new normal", where previous restrictions will be eased but minimum health standards will still be observed. Masks are still required and establishments may choose to grant entry to only fully vaccinated individuals.
Temperature checks may be skipped under the lower alert level, Cabinet Sec. Karlo Nograles said.
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