NT COVID-19 patient now in ‘serious condition’, requires oxygen support
A TERRITORY COVID-19 patient is now in a ‘serious condition’ and is requiring oxygen support, says the NT’s Chief Health Officer Hugh Heggie
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A TERRITORY COVID-19 patient is now in a ‘serious condition’ and is requiring oxygen support, says the NT’s Chief Health Officer Hugh Heggie
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Dr Heggie said the patient was not in the Intensive Care Unit at Royal Darwin Hospital but was receiving support through the ward.
Speaking on ABC Darwin Dr Heggie also warned there would be an increase in the number of cases and stressed that people should practise social distancing and stay home whereever possible.
“We have to prepare for an increase in the number of people who need that high level of support,” he said.
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