Manila Bulletin
More COVID-19 wards in Metro Manila hospitals hit full capacity
St. Luke's Medical Center (SLMC), Capitol Medical Center, and St. Clare's Medical Center in Metro Manila have announced that their COVID-19 wards and critical care units have reached full capacity.
These hospitals are advising individuals needing immediate medical attention for COVID-19 to seek treatment at other medical facilities, as their emergency rooms are also accommodating patients.
SLMC emphasized the need for the public to adhere to health and safety protocols to help curb the rapid spread of COVID-19 in the community.
This situation arises as the Department of Health reported that at least 15 hospitals in Metro Manila have already reached 100 percent utilization of their bed capacity dedicated for COVID-19 patients.
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