Kemptville hospital reaches 139% capacity during summer

CTV's Katelyn Wilson reports on how Kemptville District Hospital is preparing to handle another potential surge in patients. The hospital operated above 100 per cent capacity over the summer, reaching 139 per cent for several weeks. Staff picked up shifts and rearranged schedules to keep patient care moving, but the hospital says that is not a sustainable long-term solution. KDH is calling for more beds, physician coverage, nursing coverage and permanent, sustainable funding.

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