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VRP Medical Center reaches full capacity for PUIs, COVID-19 patients
VRP Medical Center in Mandaluyong has announced it has reached maximum capacity for COVID-19 patients and persons under investigation (PUIs).
Despite being at full capacity, the hospital will continue to offer COVID-19 testing for outpatients.
Patients requiring admission will be assisted in finding another suitable hospital.
The hospital noted that the last two weeks have been particularly challenging due to some patients not being truthful about their travel and medical history, putting healthcare workers at risk.
Understaffing has also become an issue due to the suspension of public transport during the enhanced community quarantine.
As of Wednesday, VRP Medical Center has eight confirmed COVID-19 cases and 17 PUIs admitted.
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