The Dr. Jose Fabella Memorial Hospital in Manila is prepared to welcome expectant mothers likely to give birth on New Year’s Day, a hospital official, quoted by ABS-CBN News, said.
Dr. Jeglen Cruz, the hospital’s senior house officer, quoted by the report, said all staff members are on standby, with medical equipment and supplies ready for use.
As of 8 a.m., three mothers have been admitted and are expected to give birth soon. Among the patients was Arnieth Edaño, 33, who is expecting her fourth child.
The government-run Dr. Jose Fabella Memorial Hospital, located in the Sta. Cruz district is considered the largest maternity and children’s hospital in the Philippines. According to Cruz, this makes it a key indicator of the country’s birth rate.
“Of course, new life, new grace—it’s a blessing for us. For Filipinos, a new baby is always a new blessing for the family.)
The hospital anticipates more admissions as New Year’s Eve approaches.
“Definitely, we are confident that we are prepared for all the patients that we are going to encounter today until tomorrow morning,” Cruz said.
