Philippines records seven novel coronavirus deaths, 205 more cases

MANILA (Reuters) – The Philippines’ health ministry on Monday 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.

(Reporting by Neil Jerome Morales; Editing by Ed Davies)