Cases of coronavirus in PH skyrocket to 49; 16 new patients registered

Last updated on May 18th, 2021 at 05:55 am

The Philippines has 16 new cases of 2019 coronavirus disease or COVID-19, bringing the number of confirmed cases to 49, said Wednesday the Ministry of Health (DOH).

Coronavirus disease is a respiratory disease caused by the novel coronavirus first reported in December 2019 in Wuhan, China’s city in Hubei province.

The International Committee on Virus Taxonomy classified SARS-CoV-2 as the novel coronavirus.

The novel coronavirus causes respiratory symptoms including fever and cough, but it can cause severe illnesses such as pneumonia, especially for older adults and people with health problems.

A family of viruses, the coronavirus has surfaces with a crown-like appearance. The viruses on their surfaces are named after spikes.

Desk Writer

Spends most of the time reading news all around the world. Strong knowledge and understanding of the current situation and happenings in the ASEAN region.

Recent Posts

Indian Astronauts Prepare for Historic Journey to International Space Station

Since August 2024 two group captains helped prepare by studying spaceflight at training facilities around the United States, Europe and…

April 5, 2025

Yoon Suk Yeol removed as South Korea’s president

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been removed from office due to issues concerning martial law. A significant shift…

April 4, 2025

Giannis Antetokounmpo Makes NBA History with 35-17-20 Statistical Performance

On Thursday night, Milwaukee Bucks player Giannis Antetokounmpo made NBA history by becoming the first player to score 35 points,…

April 4, 2025

Tianping-3A 02: China Sends New Satellite into Space for Radar and Weather Tracking

On Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 10:12 a.m. Beijing time, China made a successful orbit placing satellite launch of Tianping-3A…

April 4, 2025

Wendy & Yeri Exit SM Entertainment: What’s Next?

 SM Entertainment has formally ceased for Wendy and Yeri of Red Velvet. But this is not the end of their…

April 4, 2025

Developing Asian Countries Hit Hardest by New Trump Tariffs

As President Donald Trump declared economic independence through new tariffs he placed significant harm on developing countries in Southeast Asia…

April 3, 2025

This website uses cookies.

Read More