Philippines records 7 novel coronavirus deaths, 205 more cases

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The total number of confirmed cases in the Philippines is now 12,718.

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MANILA (REUTERS) - The Philippines' health ministry on Monday (May 18) reported seven new coronavirus deaths and 205 additional infections.
In a bulletin, the ministry said total deaths from the outbreak had increased to 831, while confirmed cases have risen to 12,718. But 94 more patients recovered, bringing total recoveries to 2,729.
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