Philippines confirms 4,226 new coronavirus cases, 41 more deaths

The Philippines leads South-east Asian nations in the most number of cases. PHOTO: REUTERS

MANILA (REUTERS) - The Philippines' health ministry on Saturday (Aug 8) reported 4,226 new coronavirus infections and 41 additional deaths.

In a bulletin, the ministry said total confirmed infections have risen to 126,885 while deaths have reached 2,209, with bulk of cases and casualties reported in the capital.

The Philippines, with a population of 107 million, leads South-east Asian nations in the most number of cases and is second to Indonesia in deaths.

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