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The reports of a COVID-19 spike in Quezon City are true, but health authorities advise against panic. While recorded cases saw a 265% surge over a recent three-week period (rising from 23 to 84 cases), the absolute numbers remain low, with officials classifying the city as low risk
The Numbers: Confirmed cases rose to 84 between June 11 and July 1, compared to only 23 cases in the preceding period. This brings the city's cumulative total to 146 cases for the year, which is significantly lower than figures from previous years.
Severity: The Department of Health (DOH) reports that over 86% of recent patients are managed as outpatients. Only about 14% required hospitalization, and there have been no reported deaths
Affected Groups: The uptick is primarily localized to specific areas or health facilities, with children aged 14 and below accounting for the largest share of infections.
The Numbers: Confirmed cases rose to 84 between June 11 and July 1, compared to only 23 cases in the preceding period. This brings the city's cumulative total to 146 cases for the year, which is significantly lower than figures from previous years.
Severity: The Department of Health (DOH) reports that over 86% of recent patients are managed as outpatients. Only about 14% required hospitalization, and there have been no reported deaths
Affected Groups: The uptick is primarily localized to specific areas or health facilities, with children aged 14 and below accounting for the largest share of infections.