MANILA, Philippines — An organization of hospitals in the Philippines sought for staff reinforcements to care for patients as the country battles a renewed surge in COVID-19 infections. That’s why we need reinforcement,” Almora said in Filipino. “We are requesting for reinforcement from health-related agencies,” he said, adding the reinforcement can also come from the military and police where many nurses are now employed. The treatment czar also said the government is eyeing to increase the bed allocation for COVID-19 patients for up to 50%. PHA’s Almora also urged patients who are from the provinces to seek hospital care there instead of going to medical facilities in the capital region.

Source: Philippine Star March 22, 2021 02:48 UTC