WINDSOR, ONT. --
Chatham-Kent Healthcare Alliance has accepted its first patient transfer from the Greater Toronto Area Tuesday to help ease pressure on the broader healthcare system.
The accepted the patient in partnership with the Chatham-Kent EMS. A news release from CKHA says patients are being transferred out of hotspots regions in response to “all-time high COVID-19 hospitalizations and intensive care unit admissions.
“It is our duty and moral obligation to help our neighbours during this difficult time,” said Lori Marshall, president and CEO, CKHA. “I’m proud of our staff and physicians at CKHA for their dedication to saving lives across our province. Please do your part to help us weather this third wave by following all public health and lockdown measures.”