TMH announces passing away of COVID-19 patient
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The spokesperson for the Tuen Mun Hospital (TMH) announced today (August 4) that a 82-year-old male patient confirmed with COVID-19 infection (case number: 2942) passed away today.
The patient with chronic disease was admitted to the TMH on July 28 due to fever. His condition continued to deteriorate and eventually succumbed at 8.26pm today.
The Hospital was saddened about the passing away of the patient and would offer necessary assistance to his family.
Including the above case, 42 COVID-19 confirmed patients have passed away in public hospitals so far.
Ends/Tuesday, August 4, 2020
Issued at HKT 21:35
Issued at HKT 21:35
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