MANILA, Philippines — The reproduction number (R0) of COVID-19 cases in Metro Manila has increased but the metropolis has remained under the “low risk” classification, independent pandemic monitor OCTA Research said on Tuesday. OCTA research fellow Guido David said the current reproduction number in the National Capital Region has increased to 1.05 as of May 20, compared to the area’s R0 of 0.90 in its previous report. The current R0 of 1.05 meant that each existing infection would cause more than one new infection. “Based on current data, the worst-case scenario we see over the next few weeks is a weak surge in COVID-19 cases,” David added. READ: DOH detects Omicron BA.4 subvariant in PHSo far, the new Omicron subvariants BA.4 and BA.2.12.1.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer May 24, 2022 06:51 UTC