Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 recorded in Bicol Region

As of July 19, 2020, confirmed cases of COVID-19 recorded in Bicol Region are two hundred seventy-eight (278). Active cases are one hundred fifty-one (151).

On test results received

A total of ninety (90) test results were received today. Forty-seven (47) are from Bicol Regional Diagnostic and Reference Laboratory (BRDRL) while forty-three (43) are from Bicol Medical Center (BMC).

Of the 90 test results, five (5) are positive, as reported earlier.
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Breakdown of 85 negative results:
BMC – 8, BRGHGMC – 1, Camarines Norte – 11, Camarines Sur – 60, and CESU Naga – 5.

On probable and suspect cases

Bicol Region has two (2) suspects – one (1) from Albay, and one (1) in Catanduanes. The one (1) probable case in Bicol is from Albay.

Appeal to Public

DOH CHD-Bicol reminds the public that the Community Quarantine is still in effect, thus, guidelines and directives must be complied with. Staying in our homes and following preventive measures against COVID-19 are the simplest yet helpful acts which everyone can contribute in minimizing the spread of COVID-19 in the community.

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