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<p>The role of RFA Argus is to provide both a logistical and a medical evacuation
capability. This logistical support is provided by three Merlin helicopters embarked
on board and a riverine capability to enable Royal Marines to deploy in support of
UK operations. The ship also forms part of the wider provision of non-Ebola medical
care for primarily UK military and HMG personnel.</p><p>In its current configuration
RFA Argus has ten Ward beds and two Intensive Therapy Unit beds in the facility on
board. In addition there are two Trauma/Emergency Department beds and one further
bed in the operating theatre, making an overall total of 15. As at 6 January 2015
only one bed is currently occupied. However, a further 12 patients have been admitted
to, and treated in, the facility since its arrival in Sierra Leone. Two others were
treated in the Emergency Department and discharged.</p>
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