PWH announces passing away of COVID-19 patient
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The spokesperson for the Prince of Wales Hospital (PWH) today (August 4) announced that an 82-year-old female patient confirmed with COVID-19 infection (case no: 2094) passed away yesterday afternoon.
The patient was transferred to the Accident and Emergency Department on July 19. She presented with fever and her condition was stable. The patient had been deteriorating subsequently and she eventually succumbed at 3.10pm yesterday.
The Hospital was saddened about the passing away of the patient and would offer necessary assistance to her family members.
Including the above case, 40 COVID-19 patients have passed away in public hospitals so far.
Ends/Tuesday, August 4, 2020
Issued at HKT 13:55
Issued at HKT 13:55
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