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A major group of doctors in Tokyo has declared a state of medical emergency, citing a possible collapse of the healthcare system.
Tokyo Medical Association Chairman Ozaki Haruo told reporters on Monday that a steady rise in the number of coronavirus patients will not only result in a shortage of hospital beds but trigger in-house infections in hospitals.
Ozaki said when this happens, medical staff will not be able to provide services to critically ill patients.
Ozaki urged the Tokyo Metropolitan Government to come up with measures to ensure that all infected patients who are seriously ill are eligible for proper treatment.
Ozaki said this way, staff can concentrate on treating patients with serious conditions and reduce their burden.