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The Ottawa Hospital opened a new 40-bed temporary unit at its Civic campus this week, just as COVID-19 cases are on the rise in the city.
Construction of the unit, which is located in a parking lot adjacent to the emergency department, began in the fall. The hospital announced Wednesday that it is now open.
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The unit is temporary, but hospital CEO Cameron Love has said it will be in place for at least a year or two.