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Telangana Heatwave: Health Minister Orders Emergency Measures
15 Apr
Summary
- Health Minister directed immediate treatment for heatstroke victims.
- Emergency response teams to be established in all government hospitals.
- Essential medicines like ORS must be readily available for prompt treatment.

With Telangana experiencing a sharp rise in temperatures, the Health Minister has issued directives for enhanced summer preparedness. C. Damodar Raja Narasimha instructed health officials to prioritize immediate treatment for individuals suffering from heatstroke.
In a review meeting held in Hyderabad on Wednesday, the Minister emphasized the need for government hospitals to form specialized emergency response teams. These teams will be tasked with promptly managing heatstroke cases. Availability of trained medical personnel and crucial medicines, such as oral rehydration salts, was highlighted as a critical requirement for initiating swift treatment.