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MNN Global · May 31, 2026 · 1 min read

King’s College Hospital opens outdoor intensive care ward on rooftop

What happened: King's College Hospital in London has launched an intensive care ward on its rooftop to observe the effects of outdoor environments on seriously ill patients' recovery.

Why it matters:

  • This approach could improve recovery outcomes by exposing patients to fresh air and natural light.
  • It may influence future hospital designs and care practices for critical patients.

MNN Take: The rooftop ward allows medical staff to study whether being outside aids patient healing, potentially offering new insights into intensive care treatment.

Sources: BBC Health (Lifestyle)