Philippines confirms 4,226 new coronavirus cases, 41 more deaths

The Philippines leads Southeast Asian nations in the most number of cases. Above, a child receives free coronavirus testing in Navotas City on August 7, 2020. (Reuters)

• Philippines, with a population of 107 million, leads Southeast Asian nations in the most number of cases

MANILA: The Philippines’ health ministry on Saturday reported 4,226 new coronavirus infections and 41 additional deaths.
In a bulletin, the ministry said total confirmed infections have risen to 126,885 while deaths have reached 2,209, with bulk of cases and casualties reported in the capital.
The Philippines, with a population of 107 million, leads Southeast Asian nations in the most number of cases and is second to Indonesia in deaths.