Philippines reports 14 new Covid-19 deaths, 272 infections


Volunteers and government workers unload boxes of canned food to be distributed to families following the enhanced community quarantine aimed to prevent the spread of Covid-19 in Manila, Philippines on Tuesday, March 24, 2020. - AP

MANILA (Reuters): The Philippine health ministry on Saturday (March 28) reported 14 new coronavirus deaths and 272 additional cases, marking the country's single largest daily increase in fatalities and infections.

The latest information brought total infections in the Philippines to 1,075 and deaths to 68, the health ministry said, adding that four patients have recovered, bringing the total to 35. - Reuters

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