Philippines records 21 new coronavirus deaths, 268 more infections

Above, health workers at a coronavirus testing center in Manila, Philippines on May 11, 2020. Several sports and events venues have been converted as quarantine facilities or testing centers as the country tries to cope with the ongoing pandemic. (AP)

• 145 more patients have recovered, increasing total recoveries to 2,251

MANILA: The Philippines’ health ministry on Wednesday recorded 21 more coronavirus deaths and 268 additional infections.
In a bulletin, the ministry said total deaths from the novel coronavirus have reached 772 while confirmed cases have risen to 11,618. But 145 more patients have recovered, increasing total recoveries to 2,251.