COVID-19: Western Cape health system under pressure eNCA
"We are hoping to increase our capacity, but that will take some time because we need more additional staffing. The issue here is about having access to critical staffing," he said."Ever since COVID-19 became a reality, we have instituted quite strict criteria for all unexplained deaths," Cloete said.
"Therefore if there's an unexplained death, we are putting a high alert to be on the lookout for COVID."Help protect your loved ones by sharing this officialThe NICD has another Clinician Hotline to improve #COVID19 communication and support for healthcare providers. The Clinician Hotline is 0800 11 1131, operating 24 hrs. The Public Hotline is 0800 029 999 also operating 24hrs.
The Western Cape COVID-19 death toll continues to rise. Currently, it stands at 225, with over 12,000 confirmed cases. HOD of Western Cape Health Department, Dr Keith Cloete joins us. Courtesy
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