Karachi: Hospitals all over the city witness a influx of patients with respiratory diseases as changing weather conditions take a toll on public health.

According to Dr. Ruth Pfau Civil Hospital’s emergency is over 150 patients suffering from respiratory diseases visit the plant daily. Meanwhile, the number of respiratory patients has also exceeded 150 per year. Day at Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Center, revealed a health care provider from the hospital.

Medical experts said that children were the worst affected by the increase in respiratory tract infections. Many patients arrive with complaints about sore throat, flu and persistent cough.

Medical experts warn asthma patients with deterioration of symptoms due to current weather conditions.

Healthcare professionals have called on citizens to take precautions, especially under Ramadan. They recommend avoiding cold and substandard drinks that can aggravate throat infections and other respiratory problems.

In addition, they also advise mandatory mask wearing, while they venture outdoors to reduce exposure to allergens and pollutants that can aggravate respiratory conditions and slow down of the spread of infections.

Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted hot and dry weather for the city over the next 24 hours, which has further contributed to the discomfort caused by seasonal changes.

Temperatures are expected to reach up to 38 degrees Celsius, with moisture levels registered at 40%. Hot and dry wind is currently blowing at a mild pace.