Hospitals flow over when the heat wave triggers the health crisis

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Karachi:

A serious heat wave continues to grab the city and causes hospitals to establish dedicated het features departments.

Hundreds of patients suffering from skin conditions have overwhelmed medical facilities. Due to intense hot, excessive sweat and high humidity, skin -related disorders rapidly rise across the city.

Citizens experience rashes, allergies, hot pimples, itching and fungal and bacterial infections.

Medical experts encourage the public to avoid unnecessary sun exposure, remain hydrated and maintain good hygiene.

The extreme temperatures now have a significant impact on public health.

As Mercury climbes, hospitals across the city have created specialized departments to treat Hetroke patients.

Jinnah Hospital has made special events, including a 22-bed insulation department that offers immediate treatment of those affected.

Responsibility for relief at Jinnah Hospital, Dr. Irfan, said the department is fully equipped with medicine and facilities and that dedicated staff are in place to provide fast, effective care.

He emphasized the importance of preventative measures such as drinking plenty of water, staying out of direct sunlight and keeping the body cool and dry.

Additional Director at Karachis Skin Hospital, Dr. Abdullah, The Express Pakinomist told the hospital is under tremendous pressure and receives over 5,000 patients daily with skin -related complaints.

He advised citizens not to share personal objects as this could spread infections.

The hospital’s administration has implemented all necessary measures to improve patient care.

Associate Professor Dr. Behram noted that adults due to the swelling heat are more prone to fungal infections, while children experience an uptick in bacterial problems. Small red rashes and skin irritation are becoming increasingly common.

Dermatologist dr. Rabia Ghafoor from Jinnah Hospital added that the combination of heat, sweat and humidity aggravates skin problems.

She recommended to keep her skin cool and dry and practice extra hygiene to prevent such problems.

A dermatologist at Civil Hospital Dr. Mahesh reported that over 600 patients with skin complaints visit daily. He emphasized the importance of limiting sun exposure and seeking medical attention at the first sign of symptoms.

He explained that an increase in skin problems under extreme heat is common and should be controlled with preventative care.

In response to the increasing number of Heatloke patients, the hospital’s administrations are planning to establish similar departments in additional facilities to ensure better care during this ongoing health emergency.

Despite the expected end of the heat wave on Wednesday, the weather in the city will remain persistently hot.

The latest forecast from the meteorological department has disappointed citizens as there is no chance of rain for at least the next 15 days and temperatures are expected to remain around 36 degrees Celsius.

On Monday, the city recorded a temperature of 40.7 degrees Celsius.

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