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COVID-19 in the US: Emergency Hospital Opens in New York's Central Park - Video

© REUTERS / ALEKSANDRA MICHALSKAA field hospital is set up by Samaritan's Purse, a Christian humanitarian aid organization, and FEMA at the East Meadow in Central Park amid a coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak in New York City, U.S., March 30, 2020
A field hospital is set up by Samaritan's Purse, a Christian humanitarian aid organization, and FEMA  at the East Meadow in Central Park amid a coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak in New York City, U.S., March 30, 2020 - Sputnik International
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Authorities in New York City have ordered all non-essential businesses to shut down, banned social gatherings of any size, and directed residents to remain at a distance of six feet from one another. Residents who do not comply with the guidelines on social distancing may face a fine of up to $500.

An emergency field hospital in New York City’s Central Park begins operating in order to treat patients that have tested positive for COVID-19.

The facility is expected to have 68 beds with 10 beds equipped to provide intensive care treatment. Between 60 and 70 medical professionals will be able to work at the temporary facility, according to a team leader from the organisation Samaritan’s Purse.

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