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In reply to the discussion: THREAD: Harrowing account of effect of UNVACCINATED on hospital ICU capabilities [View all]lambchopp59
(2,809 posts)34. I can't speak for N.M., but even "bed capacity" can't make up for staff shortages, everywhere.
Some units are even being staffed by various ancillary medical students.
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THREAD: Harrowing account of effect of UNVACCINATED on hospital ICU capabilities [View all]
Roland99
Sep 2021
OP
I've read that it's more a lack of personnel than physical space/equipment.
Liberal In Texas
Sep 2021
#5
are there any diplomatic measures/international groups that could be brought into play?
Roland99
Sep 2021
#23
yeah, the whole system of deciding how many beds to build, and how much staff you need
mopinko
Sep 2021
#33
I can't speak for N.M., but even "bed capacity" can't make up for staff shortages, everywhere.
lambchopp59
Sep 2021
#34
A Philly City Council member just lost his son who was awaiting a transplant, due to a lack of beds
BumRushDaShow
Sep 2021
#22