HA announces passing away of two COVID-19 patients
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The Hospital Authority spokesperson today (January 26) announced that two patients confirmed with COVID-19 infection passed away at public hospitals.
An 86-year-old female patient (case number: 6850) with chronic disease was admitted to Princess Margaret Hospital for treatment on December 4, 2020. She was transferred to North Lantau Hospital for treatment on December 28. After treatment, the patient tested negative for the COVID-19 virus on January 11. Her condition continued to deteriorate due to pneumonia and she eventually succumbed at 11.17pm last night (January 25).
In addition, a 90-year-old female patient (case number: 9542) with chronic diseases was admitted to a Queen Elizabeth Hospital isolation ward for treatment on January 16. Her condition continued to deteriorate and she eventually succumbed at 12.37pm today.
The hospitals are saddened by the passing away of the patients and will offer the necessary assistance to their families.
Including the above two patients, 168 COVID-19 confirmed patients have passed away in public hospitals so far.
Ends/Tuesday, January 26, 2021
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