Thailand records first death from Omicron variant

Thailand records first death from Omicron variant

Thailand has recorded the first death from the Omicron variant of the coronavirus, authorities announced on January 16.
New COVID-19 cases in Philippines reach all-time high

New COVID-19 cases in Philippines reach all-time high

The Philippine Health Ministry reported on January 15 that the Omicron variant of SARS-CoV-2 is spreading in the community in the capital city of Manila, amid a record spike of new COVID-19 cases on third consecutive day.
COVID-19 fight strengthened on high risk of Omicron entry

COVID-19 fight strengthened on high risk of Omicron entry

The Health Ministry has sent a dispatch to chairpersons of municipal and provincial People’s Committees on strengthening COVID-19 prevention and control measures against Omicron variant.