The Health department says granular or pocket lockdowns are more effective in curbing the spread of COVID-19 compared to broader state-wide restrictions. Local governments, however, call for help from the national government as they shoulder all the needs of affected residents during granular lockdowns.<br /><br /><br />Visit our website for more #NewsYouCanTrust: https://www.cnnphilippines.com/<br /><br />Follow our social media pages:<br /><br />• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CNNPhilippines<br />• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cnnphilippines/<br />• Twitter: https://twitter.com/cnnphilippines