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Level of Jurisdiction: National
Overview: The Nepal Government has increased hospital capacity across the country, particularly in Kathmandu.
120 new ICU beds will be set up in Kathmandu and 100 new ICU beds in other major hospitals outside Kathmandu. 300 isolation beds have been set up in Kathmandu, with 1000 isolation beds in preparation.
Training is also underway for nurses and doctors to care for patients with COVID-19.
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