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Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, April 2) As new COVID-19 cases continue to surge, hospitals in Metro Manila, the pandemic epicenter that remains under enhanced community quarantine, are quickly running out of beds for patients who require intensive care.
Data from the Department of Health as of March 31 showed 602 beds or 76% of the combined 792 in intensive care units for COVID-19 patients in the National Capital Region are occupied, putting hospitals in the region at “high risk” level. Medical facilities which have reached 70% to 80% occupancy rate fall under this risk category.
With several hospitals approaching breaking point, a major concern is where do people go for help?