Public hospitals daily update on COVID-19 cases
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As at noon today (June 21), one COVID-19 confirmed patient (case number: 1099) was discharged from hospital in the past 24 hours. So far, a total of 1 078 patients with confirmed or probable infections have been discharged.
At present, there are 613 negative pressure rooms in public hospitals with 1 179 negative pressure beds activated. A total of 46 confirmed patients are currently hospitalised in seven hospitals, among which two patients are in critical condition (case numbers: 595 and 1100), and the remaining 44 patients are in stable condition.
The Hospital Authority will maintain close contact with the Centre for Health Protection to monitor the latest developments and to inform the public and healthcare workers on the latest information in a timely manner.
Ends/Sunday, June 21, 2020
Issued at HKT 16:40
Issued at HKT 16:40
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