Special AC beds set up for heatstroke patients in government hospitals
In response to the ongoing heatwave, district health authorities have established special air-conditioned beds in four government hospitals for heatstroke patients. These facilities include dedicated air-conditioned rooms, essential medicines, IV fluids, and oxygen support. Additionally, ORS corners and drinking water facilities have been set up to aid in patient care.
- ▪Special air-conditioned beds have been set up in four government hospitals for heatstroke patients.
- ▪Dedicated rooms with necessary medical support have been arranged to treat symptoms of heatstroke.
- ▪Voluntary organizations are encouraged to donate air-conditioners and water dispensers to assist hospitals.
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In view of the rising temperatures and prevailing heatwave conditions, the district health authorities have set up special air-conditioned beds in four government hospitals for the treatment of heatstroke patients.District Coordinator of Hospital Services (DCHS) Dr. Narendra Singh, in a statement on Friday, said that dedicated airconditioned rooms, medicines, IV fluids and oxygen support has been arranged to provide prompt treatment to patients reporting symptoms of heatstroke.A four-bed airconditioned ward has been established at the Aganampudi hospital, while two-bed AC rooms have been arranged at hospitals in Gopalapatnam, Bheemili and Pendurthi.ORS corners and drinking water facilities have also been set up in hospital premises.
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