Modular infectious diseases wards will be constructed as separate buildings in 16 hospitals throughout North Macedonia to allow the rest of the wards to continue to function uninterrupted. These modular wards are set to become rapid COVID-19 diagnostic centers, Health Minister Venko Filipche told Kanal 5 TV’s shoe “Samo vistina” on Thursday.
He noted that activities have been underway for the past two months to prepare the health system for the possible fall coronavirus wave by strengthening the capacities of already existing health facilities. The Minister underlined that doctors are doing their best to help each COVID-19 patient and explained the intricacy of the mechanical ventilation process.
