In a memorandum issued on Monday 02/26, the Hospital FOB announced that the service capacity of the Ouro Branco and Conselheiro Lafaiete units is operating at maximum capacity due to the dengue outbreak. Chikungunya and Zika.
See the full statement:
The FOB Hospital announces that due to the outbreak of dengue, chikungunya and Zika affecting the entire state of Minas Gerais, as well as in the cities of Ouro Branco and Conselheiro Lafayette, the service capacity of the units has reached critical levels and is operating at its maximum.
However, FOB Hospital requests the cooperation of the community and advises them to seek urgent and emergency care in the emergency room only in cases of extreme need. It is important to note that due to high demand, wait times may increase significantly.
However, the hospital confirms its commitment to using all available resources to mitigate the impacts, ensuring excellent care for users, with the aim of improving support for the community. FOB Hospital relies on residents' understanding and continued cooperation, which is essential in this critical public health scenario.
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