United Christian Hospital announces passing away of COVID-19 patient
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The spokesperson for United Christian Hospital (UCH) today (December 29) announced that a 71-year-old female COVID-19 confirmed patient (case No. 8377) passed away today.
The patient was admitted to UCH on September 1 due to terminal illness. Her condition continued to deteriorate and she eventually succumbed at 4.32am today.
The hospital is saddened by the passing away of the patient and will offer necessary assistance to her family.
Including the above patient, 138 COVID-19 patients have passed away in public hospitals so far.
Ends/Tuesday, December 29, 2020
Issued at HKT 12:22
Issued at HKT 12:22
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