Five-bed heatstroke ward opened at Erode government hospital
A five-bed heatstroke prevention ward has been opened at the Government Headquarters Hospital in Erode due to rising temperatures. The ward aims to treat patients suffering from heat-related ailments as temperatures in the district have reached around 40°C. Health officials are advising vulnerable groups to stay indoors during peak heat hours and to stay hydrated.
- ▪The new ward is located in the multi-speciality block of the hospital.
- ▪Patients with symptoms like fainting and giddiness will be treated in the ward.
- ▪Health officials recommend consuming three to four litres of water daily to prevent dehydration.
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Amid rising temperatures in the district, a five-bed heatstroke prevention ward has been opened at the Government Headquarters Hospital in Erode.Over the past few days, temperatures have been hovering around 40°C, with intense heat prevailing between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. The sultry conditions have also caused discomfort at night, affecting sleep.Motorists and people venturing outdoors during the day have been finding it difficult to cope with the heat. In response, the Health Department has set up a special ward in the multi-speciality block of the hospital to treat heat-related ailments.The ward will cater to patients suffering from symptoms such as fainting and giddiness.
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