"Appalachian Regional Healthcare Chief Medical Officer Maria Braman said the ICU in the hospital’s Floyd County location, Highlands ARH, is already at capacity, with more than 20 patients." wymt.com/2020/11/12/thi…
“We could start to see all of our hospitals become overwhelmed,” said Braman. “And that’s not a position that we want to be in. We want to be able to serve our people.”
"She said stepping up to change the trend now is the best hope for the region and its people. “We plead with our communities- certainly with the Pike County community and with all of our communities throughout Eastern Kentucky,” Braman said. “We know how to keep each other safe.”
"Officials say, especially with the holidays approaching, being cognizant of the role you play in the spread of the virus is more important than ever."
“If we will follow these recommendations with unity, in unison, and harmony in the community, as much as possible: That is the fastest path to seeing a reduction in the numbers,” Riley said."
"Pike County officials hosted a news conference Thursday, telling the public to remain diligent in its efforts to protect the community because Intensive Care Units across the county are at or nearing capacity."
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