Amid a surge in new COVID-19 infections and the number of patients recuperating at home, more people are rushing to emergency medical centers or being taken to them at night when it becomes difficult to contact others.
They are apparently feeling isolated and worried that their symptoms might suddenly get worse.
Nighttime emergency medical services are a last resort, not only for COVID-19 patients but also others seeking care.
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