THE Covid-19 positivity rate in the National Capital Region (NCR) or Metro Manila continues to rise, an indication that infections have not yet peaked in the region, according to OCTA Research. OCTA projects that the daily Covid count across the country could hit 3,000 on Friday, with 1,100 cases predicted in NCR alone. PHOTO BY JOHN ORVEN VERDOTEVergeire said the National Capital Region is now classified as moderate risk for Covid after its average daily attack rate hovered at 6.25 cases per 100,000 population. At the end of the day, cases are increasing in all areas). She also said that despite the steady climb in cases, the number of severe and critical cases has reached a plateau.

Source: Manila Times July 22, 2022 11:56 UTC