Manila Bulletin
San Juan City gov't creates 16-bed isolation area, 26-bed overflow ward for COVID-19 patients
The San Juan City government has established a 16-bed COVID-19 isolation area and a 26-bed overflow ward at the San Juan Medical Center to accommodate persons under investigation (PUIs) as hospitals in Metro Manila reach capacity.
Mayor Francis Zamora announced the creation of the 'Charlie Ward' with 16 beds, all currently occupied by PUIs, five of whom have tested positive for COVID-19.
An additional 26-bed overflow ward is nearing completion at the city hospital to house PUIs requiring hospitalization.
As of Sunday night, San Juan City reported 42 confirmed COVID-19 cases, four deaths, 148 PUIs, and 86 persons under monitoring.
Barangay Greenhills has the highest number of confirmed cases with 14, followed by Barangay West Crame with 12.
The city government also plans to establish a COVID-19 Overflow Building in a public school building, capable of housing at least 90 beds, in partnership with the Xavier School community.
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