Senators warn vs complacency amid COVID-19 case declineSenators Panfilo Lacson and Sonny Angara, in separate statements, called for continued vigilance against the virus as the Department of Health (DOH) and OCTA Research reported declining positivity rate of infections. MANILA, Philippines — Senators yesterday cautioned authorities and the general public against complacency in observing health protocols as the number of COVID-19 cases in the country continues to decline. “It is encouraging to see a steady decline in the number of people getting infected with COVID-19 in the country. The research group noted the World Health Organization considers a positivity rate of five percent or below as acceptable. Lacson said until the number of COVID-19 cases drops to zero, the government cannot claim success in its efforts to address the threat.

Source: Philippine Star October 31, 2021 20:26 UTC