Sarawak private hospitals asked to pitch in as cases increase
The Association of Private Hospitals Malaysia points to the success of such efforts in the Klang Valley.
112 private hospitals nationwide treating Covid-19 patients
Health Minister Dr Adham Baba says these hospitals have provided 1,277 ward beds and 129 ICU beds for the handling of Covid-19 cases.
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The Association of Private Hospitals Malaysia says this could help economic frontliners as well as those who require the vaccine for international travel.
No more beds available for Covid-19 patients at private hospitals
This is especially the case in the Klang Valley following the recent spike in infections.
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Malaysia currently ranks fourth in Asean for Covid-19 inoculation, behind Singapore, Cambodia, and Indonesia.
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Suaram says any commercialisation of the vaccines will lead to another form of queue-cutting that will benefit the rich.
The bottlenecks in using private hospitals to treat Covid-19 patients
These factors need to considered, taking into account national needs in the fight against Covid-19, the safety and comfort of the patients and the sustainability of each hospital in the long run.
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Private hospitals say they are preparing for the plan despite limitations in terms of facilities.
