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Delhi Battles H1N1 Surge: Hospitals on High Alert
27 Aug
Summary
- Delhi recorded 134 new H1N1 cases in 24 hours.
- Hospitals ordered to provide round-the-clock emergency care.
- Isolation beds are being prepared for potential H1N1 admissions.
Delhi is enhancing its healthcare response due to a surge in H1N1 infections. The capital has recorded 134 new cases within the past 24 hours, pushing the cumulative total to 2,442. This rise has prompted Health Minister Dr. Pankaj Singh to order intensified preparedness measures across all city hospitals.
Key directives include ensuring uninterrupted emergency care with doctors available around the clock. Medical staff are also instructed to be present in outpatient departments during late hours to facilitate patient access to timely treatment. Hospitals must maintain readiness with isolation beds to accommodate a potential increase in H1N1 admissions.
Authorities emphasize that while vigilance is necessary, there is no cause for public panic. The focus remains on strengthening medical capacity and ensuring prompt treatment for all patients experiencing H1N1 symptoms. Residents are advised to seek medical attention promptly, especially if their condition deteriorates.
