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PH coronavirus cases jump by 538; total cases now 2,084
The Department of Health (DOH) reported 538 new COVID-19 cases on Tuesday, March 31, bringing the country's total to 2,084.
The death toll increased by 10, reaching a total of 88 fatalities, while recoveries rose to 49.
DOH anticipates a surge in cases due to increased testing capacity.
Health experts estimate the number of cases could reach between 26,000 and 75,000.
President Rodrigo Duterte was granted special powers under the Bayanihan to Heal As One Act to combat the outbreak.
The President's budget powers under the act have yet to be fully utilized, according to the first weekly report.
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