TOP STORY: DOH CoVid-19 Bulletin For June 30

Manila, Philippines - The Department of Health has released thier CoViD-19 Report on Tuesday, June 30.

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DOH COVID-19 CASE BULLETIN #108

As of 4PM today, June 30, 2020, the Department of Health reports the total number of COVID-19 cases at 37,514.

In addition to the 858 fresh cases, 222 late cases were also reported today. Today's fresh cases are based on the daily accomplishment reports submitted by only 53 out of 67 current operational labs.

DOH likewise announces 277 recoveries. This brings the total number of recoveries to 10,233.

Of the 11 reported deaths, 9 (82%) occurred in June. Four duplicates were removed from total case count. The total cases reported may be subject to change as these numbers undergo constant cleaning and validation.

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DFA: More Recoveries, Deaths and Cases for CoViD-19 Abroad

Manila, Philippines - The Department of Foreign Affairs has posted an update regarding on the status of the Filipino people in abroad during the CoViD-19 Pandemic.

On this last day of June, the total number of Filipinos who have recovered from COVID-19 breached the 5,100 mark with 10 new recoveries in Asia and the Pacific, the DFA said in an update on June 30, 2020.

Moreover, the agency has reported that there are 7 new confirmed COVID-19 cases and 2 new fatalities among the Filipino nationals in abroad from the region of Asia and the Pacific and Middle East and Africa. 

As of June 30, the total number of countries with confirmed COVID-19 cases among overseas Filipinos is now 60 with one new country in Africa being added to the list, the DFA added.

The DFA, together with its Foreign Service Posts, continues to monitor the status of our nationals and strives to assist returning Filipinos affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, whenever possible, it said.

Via DFA.

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President Rodrigo Duterte Addresses the Nation

Manila, Philippines - Here is the highlights of President Duterte Address the Nation on June 30, 2020.

Pres. Duterte calls Cebu the new COVID-hotspot, says Cebuanos did not follow quarantine protocols; matitigas ang ulo

Pres. Duterte: Greater Manila Area, Manila showed substantial compliance 

Pres. Duterte says he could not have chosen Sec. Duque as health secretary if he were incompetent

Pres. Duterte disbands Pasig Commission 

Pres. Duterte says DENR Sec. Roy Cimatu in Cebu not to take-over but to do the critical thinking 

Pres. Duterte peeved at NAIA’s lack of seats; asks DOTR Sec. Art Tugade to remove restaurant in front and place seats there;  inabot ko ang problema. Im not washing my hands. This is a failure of government

NCR remains in GCQ 

Cebu City in ECQ

GCQ areas: NCR, Benguet, Cavite, Rizal, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, Leyte, Ormoc, Southern Leyte, in Cebu Province: Talisay City (Pres. Mentioned Minglanilla and Consolocation 

MGCQ: CAR: Abra, Baguio, Ifugao, Kalinga

Region 1 - ilocoos norte, la Union, Pangasinan

Region 2 - cagayan, Isabela 

Region 3 - Bataan, Bulacan, Nueva Ecija, Pampanga, Angeles City 

Region 4a - Batangas, Laguna, Quezon, Lucena City 

Region 4b - palawan, Puerto princesa city 

Region 5 - albay, Camarines norte, Sur, naga city 

Region 6- capiz, Iloilo City, Iloilo, Negros Occidental, Bacolod City 

Region 7 - Cebu province, Bohol, Negros Oriental

Region 8 - Tacloban, Western Samar

Region 9 - Zamboanga City, Zamboanga del Sur

Region 10 -bukidnon, Misamis Occ, Misamis Oriental, Cagayan de Oro

Region 11 - davao del norte, davao del sur, davao city, davao de oro

Region 12 - cotabato, south cotabato 

Region 13- Agusan del Norte, Butuan City, Lanao del sur and Maguindanao 

11. Sec. Duque says all other areas not mentioned will be under low risk classification 

12. Finance Sec. Sonny Dominguez says economic fundamentals were good before COVID;

13. Sec. Dominguez wants NCR and Calabarzon to go to MGCQ as quickly as possiblie because 67% of economy is based there

12. PRes. Duterte orders DILG Sec. Eduardo Ano to gather all locally stranded invidiuals, provide billeting and food, Pres. Will pay 

13. Pres. Duterte says authorities investigating courier company JMT for mishandling of cargoes (still verifying if JMT or JNT, pres said JMT)

Here's the summary of quarantine classifications in the Philippines for July 1-15, 2020:

ENHANCED COMMUNITY QUARANTINE

Cebu City 

GENERAL COMMUNITY QUARANTINE

NCR 

Benguet

Cavite

Rizal

Lapu-Lapu City

Mandaue City

Leyte

Ormoc

Southern Leyte

Talisay City 

MODIFIED GENERAL COMMUNITY QUARANTINE 

(Strict local action) 

CAR

Abra

Baguio City

Ifugao

Kalinga 

Region 1

Ilocos Norte

La union

Pangasinan

Region 2

Cagayan 

Isabela 

Region 3

Bataan

Bulacan

Nueva Ecija

Pampanga

Angeles City 

Region 4A

Batnagas

Laguna

Quezon

Lucena City

Region 4B 

Palawan

Puerto Princesa City 

Region 5

Albay

Camarines Norte 

Camarines Sur

Naga City 

Region 6 

Capiz

iloilo City

Negros Occidental

Bacolod City 

Region 7 

Cebu province 

Bohol

Negros Oriental

Region 8 

Tacloban City

Western Samar 

Region 9 

Zamboanga City

Zamboanga Del Sur 

Region 10 

Bukidnon

Misamis Occidental

Misamis Oriental

Cagayan De Oro

Region 11

Davao Del Norte

Davao Del Sur 

Davao City

Davao De Oro

Region 12

Cotabato

South Cotabato 

Region 13

Agusan Del Norte, Butuan City 

BARMM

Lanao Del Sur 

Maguindanao 

MODIFIED GENERAL COMMUNITY QUARANTINE  

(Low risk) 

Rest of the Philippines

Via Inquirer and GMA News

Duterte Places Cebu City Under ECQ

DUTERTE: "Ang enhanced community quarantine, Cebu City. It's only you.”

Duterte extends ECQ in Cebu City until July 15 in his address to the nation on the updates of the quarantine status in the Philippines on June 30, 2020, Tuesday.

President Rodrigo Duterte has approved the extension of enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) placed over Cebu City until July 15 during his address on Tuesday.

"This is the highest [level of quarantine] because there are already so many people infected [there]. As a matter of fact, we know that the hospitals and everything there are having a hard time coping up," Duterte said, speaking partly in Filipino, in a televised address on Tuesday.

"Ang enhanced community quarantine, Cebu City. It's only you," he added.

Cebu City has so far recorded about 5,494 COVID-19 cases with 169 deaths and 2,723 recoveries, as per the Department of Health Regional Office 7's latest tally.

Last week, the President ordered Environment Secretary Roy Cimatu to oversee government efforts to fight COVID-19 in Cebu City to help limit and contain the spread of the CoronaVirus.

Duterte also earlier attributed the spike of COVID-19 cases in the city to its "complacency."

Nationwide, 37,514 COVID-19 cases have been recorded to date, with 1,266 deaths and 10,233 recoveries. 

Credit source: via Inquirer 

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TOP STORY: PH CoronaVirus Infections Continues to Rise - DOH

Manila Philippines - The Department of Health has said that CoronaVirus cases in the Philippines continues to rapidly rise amid continued stricter health protosols

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DOH COVID-19 CASE BULLETIN #107

As of 4PM on Monday, June 29, 2020, the Department of Health reports the total number of COVID-19 cases at 36,438.

In addition to the 643 fresh cases, 342 late cases were also reported today. Today's fresh cases are based on the daily accomplishment reports submitted by only 38 out of 67 current operational labs.

DOH likewise announces 270 recoveries. This brings the total number of recoveries to 9,956.

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Of the 11 reported deaths, 8 (73%) occurred in June (June 06-23, 2020). Two duplicates were removed from total case count. The total cases reported may be subject to change as these numbers undergo constant cleaning and validation.

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Photos via DOH

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DepEd Extends Enrollment Period Until July 15.

Manila, Philippines - The Department of Education has announced that they will extend the enrollment period until the 15th of July, the Malacañang Palace announced on Tuesday during a briefing.

The enrollment period for students is set to expire on Tuesday, June 30 according to the Department of Education.

"Ang Mabuting balita po, mga magulang, extended po ang enrollment until July 15"

(The good news, to all the parents, is that the enrollment period has been extended until July). Presidential spokesperson Harry Roque has said this during the media briefing in the Malacañang Palace on Tuesday noon.

"Huwag naman ho hayaan na matigil ang proseso ng edukasyon ng ating mga anak magaman may CoViD-19" (Let us not stop our children's studies even though there's an ongoing CoViD-19 pandemic), he added.

So far, according to the latest data by the Department of Education on the morning of Tuesday, June 30, about 15.9 million students have enrolled at the moment. This is slightly higher than the half of the 27 million registered students during the previous school year, DepEd said.

The latest data also showed that at least 672,403 students have enrolled in private s schools for the upcoming 2020-2021 school year.

Detailed information soon...

A report from ABS-CBN News

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71 KA EMPLEYADO SA CEBU CITY HALL GI-COVID , 4 KANILA PATAY!

Kini ang gipahibawo ni Atty. Rey Gealon, spokesperson ni Mayor Edgardo Labella atol sa gipahigayon nga usa ka press briefing.

Sa mga natakdan sa Covid, 12 kanila gikan sa City Health Department, 19 gikan sa Emergency Medical Service ug 33 ka mga Barangay Health Workers.

Ang mga namatay gikan sa CHD, Department of Public Services, BHW ug sa Sangguniang Panlungsod nga si Konsehal Tony Cuenco.

Ang kamatayon ni kanhi OIC City Treasurer Arlene Rentuza padayon pang gisubay kon Covid ba kini o dili.

Report By SuperBalita Cebu

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DFA: 34 New CoVid-19 Cases; 9 Fatalities; 10 Recoveries Reported - Report

Manila, Philippines - The Department of Foreign Affairs said on Monday that they had reported new CoronaVirus infections in abroad according to their Facebook post.

On this brand new week, the DFA reports, through its Foreign Service Posts, 34 new confirmed cases from Asia and the Pacific, Europe, and the Middle East; 10 new recoveries and 9 new deaths among Filipinos abroad in Middle East, the Department of Foreign Affairs said on their latest update.

To date, Middle East remains to be the region with the most number of confirmed COVID-19 cases, recoveries, under treatment, and fatalities among our nationals. While Asia and the Pacific has the least numbers in all categories compared to other geographic regions, DFA added.

Via DFA

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DOH Reminds the Public to Avoid Large Gatherings Amid CoViD-19 Scare

Metro Manila - The Department of Health reminds the general public to stay at home and refrain from doing non-essential activities to reduce the risk of contracting COVID-19, and thus preventing further spread in the community.

This is after reports of a number of people gathering in CCP Open Grounds, Pasay City that made rounds online.

"High density and populous places should be avoided by the public to prevent the transmission of COVID-19," the DOH said.

As of Sunday, June 28, 2020, the Philippines has 35,455 CoronaVirus Disease 2019 cases with 1,244 fatalities and 9,686 recoveries.

With a report Courtesy to The Philippine Star

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1 New Case and 2 Death Reports in Abroad; No Recoveries Anew - DFA

Metro Manila - The Department of Foreign Affairs said on Sunday that they have received reports of new CoronaVirus case and two deaths in abroad. No recoveries were recorded in the same day.

Weekend figures reported by the DFA from a few countries in the Middle East, through its Foreign Service Posts, reveal only 1 new confirmed COVID-19 case among Filipinos  abroad, no new recoveries, and 2 new deaths. As of today, the total number of countries with confirmed COVID-19 cases among overseas Filipinos is now 59, the Department of Foreign Affairs said in their Facebook update.



More than 59,000 Overseas Filipino Workers have been repatriated from abroad, DFA said in an update on Saturday.

"As DFA hit the 59K-mark in COVID-19 repatriations yesterday, the Department reassures the public of its full commitment to assisting and bringing home our nationals amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Overseas Filipinos who wish to seek assistance in repatriation may contact the nearest Philippine embassy or consulate in their area," it Added.

Via DFA

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TOP STORY| DOH CoViD-19 Bulletin for June 17, 2020 (Valid until June 28, 2020 4PM)

Manila, Philippines - Here is the latest DOH CoVoD-19 Updates for June 27, 2020 courtesy to DOH.

DOH COVID-19 CASE BULLETIN #105

As of 4PM on Saturday, June 27, 2020, the Department of Health reports the total number of COVID-19 cases at 34,803.

In addition to the 560 fresh cases, 178 late cases were also reported today. Today's fresh cases are based on the daily accomplishment reports submitted by only 49 out of 67 current operational labs.

DOH likewise announces 249 recoveries. This brings the total number of recoveries to 9,430.

Note: Of the 12 reported deaths, 9 (75%) occurred in June (June 02-15, 2020). Eight duplicates (1 previously tagged as Recovered) were removed from total case count. The total cases reported may be subject to change as these numbers undergo constant cleaning and validation.

Via DOH

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DFA Reports 15 New CoViD-19 Cases; No Deaths Or Recoveries Anew.

Manila, Philippines - The Department of Foreign Affairs has recorded 15 new cases of CoViD-19 among Filipinos abroad. Deaths and recoveries from the CoronaVirus remains the same. (See Photo)

With only five countries in the Americas, Asia and the Pacific, and Europe reporting on the status of our people abroad today, the DFA confirms 15 new COVID-19 cases among Filipinos abroad. Moreover, no new recoveries and fatalities were reported today, DFA said in their Facebook post.

The DFA continues to keep track of the status of Filipinos abroad and work to safely repatriate more of our stranded nationals home as we keep on this fight against this pandemic, DFA Added

Via Department of Foreign Affairs

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Lenticular Clouds Shrouds Mt Mayon Summit

Legazpi City, Albay - Pancake Clouds cover the summit of Mt. Mayon in the City Of Legazpi in the Province of Albay pictured by a cyclist on a rainy day on Friday. This was captured during the early morning hours of that day, June 26, 2020.

It shrouded the summit of the well-known volcano in Albay Province, welcoming locals to a picturesque morning

Lenticular clouds also known as pancake clouds are usually observed in mountainous regions. According to NASA, the clouds are formed when moist air is forced upwards near a mountain or a volcano.

Meanwhile, Phivolcs maintains that Alert Level 2 currently prevails over Mayon because the volcano is at a moderate level of unrest. This prevents climbers from reaching the summit and inside the danger zone around the crater of the volcano.

(Photos courtesy of Ian Rodrick Astor Ogama)

Report via The Philippine Star

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STATEMENT OF GOV. GWENDOLYN GARCIA on June 27, 2020

Cebu City, Philippines - Here is the statement of Province of Cebu Governor, Gov Gwendolyn Fiel Garcia on a video clip that circulated online on the 5 months of serious handling of the CoViD-19 Crisis

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June 27, 2020

A video clip being circulated online is highlighting a few seconds out of the five months of serious handling of the pandemic.            

It is taking my words out of context in a malicious attempt to discredit my efforts to protect the Cebuanos from Covid-19 and from the hopelessness that there is still no cure or vaccine.

I have been consistent in advocating for tu-ob or steam inhalation only as one of many other health regimens. Buhat ang pasulti-on. If I had really touted it as a cure for Covid, then my actions would have been to consistently announce daily that we were able to beat all of the world’s experts in discovering the magic cure.  But I did not.

I signed Executive Order No. 17 last May 19 stating that all persons within the Province of Cebu are “encouraged to boost their immune system.” Under that is subsection 9.7 stating: “When needed,” perform steam inhalation or tu-ob twice daily.

I thank those who gave testimonies about their experience with tu-ob’s health benefits. Even virologists from the University of Edinburgh have not closed their doors on home remedies against Covid.

There are those who viciously attack tu-ob and my advocacy for this home remedy without presenting proof that it is indeed harmful aside from the possibility of burns. I thank all of them too, for they have unwittingly placed tu-ob at the center of the nation’s attention. 

Because of the fierce objections, people who were neutral might just now be curious enough to try it for themselves. 

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J&T Express Threatens To Sue People on 'Malicious' Posts

Manila, Philippines - An embattled cargo and freight company, J&T Express is threatening to go on the offensive mode against the publuc making “malicious” social media posts about the firm, which suffered public backlash over staff who mishandled packages, especially those caught on viral video online earlier in the week.

“It has come to our attention that malicious posts and resolved cases have been posted, compromising the welfare of our thousands of employees nationwide as well as their families,” J&T Express Philippines said in a statement.

“We are monitoring all platforms available and will take necessary actions legally,” the company added.

The Indonesia-based firm, which opened business in the Philippines only in March of the year 2019, is facing a PR crisis after a video made rounds in social media showing some of their employees carelessly tossing packages for delivery to a truck, at the risk of damaging potential fragile cargoes. 

On Monday, the company sought to pacify angry customers, saying the firm does “not tolerate such acts and behavior, and we humbly take responsibility for this incident.” 

But the public apology did not put J&T Express out of the woods, and instead more people prompted the release of more incriminating images against the company.

In one of those images, a parcel was seen resting above a moving J&T Express delivery truck. Netizens also shared an photo of supposed job postings from J&T Express dated June 3 urgently looking for a PR manager as the company’s problems escalated.

On its statement on Friday, J&T Express also reminded the public “to practice their freedom of speech responsibly, and with the right thinking.” 

“We have our hotline and social media accounts working round-the-clock so that we can attend to all your concerns immediately,” it added.

Started in Indonesia in 2015, J&T Express has established presence in 6 Southeast Asian countries. Apart from the Indonesia and the Philippines, the company also has foothold in Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand and most recently, Singapore. 

In the Philippines, J&T Express has over 400 branches and warehouses and employs around 10,000 people, according to information on its website. 

Credit source: Report via PhilStar and Daily Guardian PH

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TOP STORY: DOH COVID-19 CASE BULLETIN #104

NEWS UPDATE: TOP STORY

DOH COVID-19 CASE BULLETIN #104

As of 4PM today, June 26, 2020, the Department of Health reports the total number of COVID-19 cases at 34,073.

In addition to the 788 fresh cases, 218 late cases were also reported today. Today's fresh cases are based on the daily accomplishment reports submitted by only 52 out of 59 current operational labs.

DOH likewise announces 274 recoveries. This brings the total number of recoveries to 9,182.

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Of the 12 reported deaths, 10 (83%) occurred in June (June 05-21, 2020).  Two duplicates (both previously tagged as Recovered) were also  removed from total case count.The total cases reported may be subject to change as these numbers undergo constant cleaning and validation.

Credit Source/Photos: Department of Health Philippines

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