Tuen Mun Hospital announces passing away of COVID-19 patient (2)

The following is issued on behalf of the Hospital Authority:

     The spokesperson for Tuen Mun Hospital (TMH) announced today (August 13) that an 82-year-old male patient confirmed with COVID-19 (case number: 2745) passed away today.
      
     The patient with chronic disease was admitted to TMH on July 26 due to fever and cough. His condition continued to deteriorate and he eventually succumbed at 9.12pm today.
      
     The Hospital was saddened about the passing away of the patient and would offer necessary assistance to his family.
      
     Including the above case, 66 COVID-19 confirmed patients have passed away in public hospitals so far.