The country returns to high-risk status for COVID-19 as authorities in Metro Manila impose restrictions on unvaccinated and partially vaccinated people.

The head of the vaccine expert panel calls on those who are fully vaccinated to get booster shots, saying the additional dose can increase protection up to 90% against the Omicron variant.

And the Department of Tourism is looking into reports that more hotels are violating quarantine policies following the incident with the so-called "Poblacion Girl."

Pinky Webb speaks to Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire.

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