Health Department Warns of Burn Injuries and Respiratory Woes During Diwali

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As the festive season of Diwali approaches, the health department in Gurgaon has issued a warning about the potential risks of burn injuries and respiratory problems. To mitigate these risks, three burn wards have been set up in government hospitals, and healthcare centers will remain open 24/7 on Diwali day to treat patients with pre-existing conditions such as asthma, COPD, and heart disease.

Key Takeaways:

  • The health department has directed hospitals and primary health centers (PHCs) to stay alert during the festive season and treat patients with burn injuries on priority.
  • Three burn wards have been set up in government hospitals, with a total of 18 beds available for burn patients (8 beds at the Civil Hospital in Sector 10, 5 beds at Sohna govt hospital, and 5 beds at Pataudi govt hospital).
  • Rosters have been prepared at sub-divisional hospitals for doctors to treat burn patients efficiently.
  • Healthcare centers will remain open 24/7 on Diwali day to treat patients with respiratory problems like asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD), and cardiac diseases.
  • Dr. Lokveer Singh, principal medical officer, has emphasized the importance of avoiding exposure to dense smoke from firecrackers, especially for those with pre-existing conditions.
  • A senior pulmonologist at a private hospital in Haryana's Gurgaon has advised patients with asthma, COPD, or heart diseases to stay indoors when the air turns smoky and avoid morning walks for at least a day or two after Diwali.
  • It is also recommended to keep windows shut at night and use air purifiers to minimize the impact of firecracker smoke on respiratory health.

Statistics:

  • Total number of burn wards set up in government hospitals: 3 (Civil Hospital in Sector 10, Sohna govt hospital, and Pataudi govt hospital)
  • Total number of beds available for burn patients: 18
  • Number of beds at the Civil Hospital in Sector 10: 8
  • Number of beds at Sohna govt hospital: 5
  • Number of beds at Pataudi govt hospital: 5
  • Percentage of healthcare centers that will remain open 24/7 on Diwali day: 100%
  • Number of days recommended for avoiding morning walks after Diwali: 2 days
  • Percentage of people with asthma, COPD, or heart diseases advised to stay indoors when the air turns smoky: 100%

Sources:

  • "Health department directs hospitals, PHCs to stay alert during Diwali". (Source: Times of India, no date provided)
  • Dr. Lokveer Singh, principal medical officer. (Source: Times of India, no date provided)
  • Senior pulmonologist at a private hospital in Haryana's Gurgaon. (Source: Times of India, no date provided)