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Thursday, May 25, 1972

"These figures portray a remarkable development in our medical

services and in the health of our community. But they also underline the

valuable contribution made by the Tsan Yuk Hospital, which has trained a

great majority of our doctors and midwives engaged in obstetric care.

"In common with other sectors of the public service, the hospital

has had to face increasing pressure on its facilities due to the rapid

expansion of the population. It is a tribute to all concerned that not

only has it coped successfully with the many and varied problems that

inevitably arise in such circumstances, but in doing so it has ensured

that standards have not been compromised. Rather, its services to patients

have been steadily expanded and improved.

"In order to meet growing demands, the hospital has increased its

capacity to 250 beds, and it is hoped to make available an additional 100

beds by converting the present residential quarters when these are vacated

for removal to other premises.

"Before unveiling the plaque commemorating this important milestone

in the history of Tsan Yuk Hospital, I would like to express my warmest thanks

to all those who have been associated with the administration and operation of

the hospital and whose dedication and hard work have contributed so much to

the impressive progress it has achieved. May I also take this opportunity

to wish the hospital continuing success in the future."

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