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  The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is establishing field hospitals to meet the rising number of COVID-19 cases. The BMA has already set up field hospitals around the city, with another due to open on 19 April. They are located at Bang Khun Thian Geriatric Hospital, with a capacity of 500 beds; Ratchapipat Hospital in Taweewattana district, with a capacity of 200 beds; Bangkok Arena Sports Complex in Nong Chok, with a capacity of 350 beds; and the 84th Anniversary Stadium in Bang Bon district, with a capacity of 200 beds. Currently, the BMA has plans to add 500 more beds to Bang Khun Thian Geriatric Hospital. Those who test positive for COVID-19 but have yet to find a hospital can call hotlines 1668, 1339, or 1669 for assistance.

     Meanwhile, the Ministry of Defense is preparing several areas to accommodate patients at 24 military bases and facilities. In cooperation with the Ministry of Public Health, the ministry is expected to have around 5,300 beds available. The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation also ordered universities and medical schools under its supervision to prepare spaces and convert them into temporary care facilities. The latest report said 23 schools have already set up field hospitals, with a combined capacity of over 7,500 beds.

Source: https://prbangkok-eng.com/index.php/2021/04/10/bma-field-hospitals-are-ready-to-

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