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AIIMS Team Treats Flood Victims in Punjab, Celebrities Pitch In
8 Sep
Summary
- AIIMS team of 22 members provided medical care in flood-hit Punjab
- Kapil Sharma hosted the team and Jasbir Jassi assisted with logistics
- 24/7 telemedicine service launched to guide treatment and referrals
As the flood-ravaged communities in Punjab continue to grapple with the aftermath, a 22-member team from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi has stepped in to provide critical medical assistance. The team, comprising physicians, pediatricians, psychiatrists, surgeons, a radiologist, and senior nursing officers, spent two days in the affected areas, setting up camps and treating a range of ailments, from skin infections and respiratory issues to chronic conditions like hypertension and diabetes.
The AIIMS team's efforts were bolstered by the support of local celebrities. Comedian Kapil Sharma arranged for the team's stay and meals, while Punjabi singer Jasbir Jassi lent a hand with on-ground hospitality and logistics. These collaborative efforts ensured the medical camps ran smoothly and the team could quickly redeploy to the worst-hit border villages.
As the field visit concluded, the AIIMS team announced the launch of a 24/7 telephonic telemedicine service to guide treatment and coordinate referrals for the flood-affected communities in Punjab. This remote-care initiative aims to provide continued support and access to specialized medical expertise in the aftermath of the disaster.
