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Covid-19 cases in PH now 8,772
The Philippines has recorded over 8,700 COVID-19 cases, with 1,084 recoveries and 579 deaths as of May 1, 2020.
The Department of Health (DOH) reported 284 new cases, bringing the total infections to 8,772.
There were 41 new recoveries and 11 new deaths, raising the total recoveries to 1,084 and the death toll to 579.
As of May 1, 97,505 individuals have been tested, with 10,700 initially testing positive.
A total of 1,694 healthcare workers have been infected, with 33 deaths among them.
The laboratory of the Philippine Red Cross has begun full-scale operations.
The total bed capacity for COVID-19 cases stands at 11,807, with occupied beds including 1,002 ward beds, 3,301 isolation beds, and 475 ICU beds.
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