By Gabriela Baron
The seven-day COVID-19 positivity rate in Metro Manila further dipped to 17.3%, the OCTA Research Group reported Wednesday, Oct. 12.
“NCR 7-day positivity rate drops further to 17.3% as of Oct. 10, from 19% on Oct. 3,” OCTA Research Group fellow Dr. Guido David said.
NCR 7-day positivity rate drops further to 17.3% as of Oct 10, from 19% on Oct 3. Reproduction number down to 0.93. One week growth rate at -16%. HCUR at 37%. Let's hope the downward trend continues the rest of the year. #COVID19 #COVID @dzbb @DZAR1026 @dzrhnews @News5PH @NET25TV pic.twitter.com/pIjcBPNMwa
— Dr. Guido David (@iamguidodavid) October 11, 2022
David said Metro Manila’s one week growth rate is at -16%, while its healthcare utilization rate is at 37%.
“Let’s hope the downward trend continues the rest of the year,” he added. -ag