The Philippines’ health ministry on Sunday confirmed 184 new coronavirus cases, taking the Southeast Asian nation’s total reported infections to 10,794.
Philippines now has 26 COVID-19 testing centers —DOH
There are now 26 testing centers for the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) across the Philippines after two more facilities received accreditation, the Department of Health (DOH) said Sunday. The …
Philippines’ coronavirus deaths breach 700
The Philippines’ health ministry reported on Saturday that coronavirus deaths have reached more than 700. The country recorded eight new coronavirus deaths, bringing the total to 704, the health …
Philippines’ coronavirus deaths inch closer to 700
The Philippines’ Health Ministry on Friday recorded 11 new coronavirus deaths and 120 additional confirmed cases.
Remdesivir still under clinical trial in Philippines —DOH
Remdesivir, which gained authorization from Japan and the US for the treatment of COVID-19, is part of the ongoing clinical trial in the Philippines, according to the Department of Health. “Remdesivir …
Weight off their minds: Olympian’s online workouts feed Philippines families
Filipina weightlifting star Hidilyn Diaz noticed live-streamed concerts were collecting money for coronavirus relief and was struck by inspiration: why not raise funds with an online workout? Since th …
Ruby Princess arrives in Philippines, where crew face long wait for coronavirus testing
More than 5,000 Filipinos are on the 16 cruise ships now moored in Manila Bay …
Filipino Musicians Drive Hong Kong’s Music Scene, but Gigs Have Dried Up
Battered by the one-two punch of protests and a pandemic, Hong Kong’s music venues have mostly gone silent. No one has felt the pinch more than singers, drummers and guitarists from the Philippines.
Cruise ship linked to Australian coronavirus cluster reaches Philippines
A cruise ship at the heart of Australia’s biggest coronavirus cluster arrived off the Philippines on Thursday to repatriate more than 200 crew, leaving behind weeks of outrage and acrimony over why …
Philippines economy unexpectedly shrinks in first quarter as virus hits demand
The Philippines’ economic growth unexpectedly shrank in the first quarter as the coronavirus pandemic brought domestic consumption and business activity to a grinding halt.