The summer season is taking a major toll on everyone in India. The temperature is increasing like crazy and making it impossible for people to do even the simplest and most basic work every day. Many states are experiencing heatwave and severe heat and the situation is exactly similar in Uttar Pradesh as well. Unfortunately, this extreme rise in heat has begun taking the lives of people and hundreds are rushing to hospitals for treatment. The situation is turning very scary in this state.
More Than 50 People Died In This Uttar Pradesh Hospital In 72 Hours
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About 54 people have died in the Ballia District Hospital in 3 days, according to a report by NDTV. Almost 400 patients have been admitted at this district hospital in the past 3 days as well. One of the many reasons behind such a soaring number of people falling sick and rushing to the hospital for treatment might be the unbelievably severe heat in Uttar Pradesh, shared by the hospital doctors. The temperature has skyrocketed over 40 °C in many areas of the state along with an intolerable heatwave.
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Most patients visiting the hospital for treatment are suffering from respiratory issues, fever, and similar problems. Doctors are also stating how the hospital is getting congested because of this sudden and unforeseen increase in the number of patients visiting the hospital in the last 72 hours.
Number Of Fatalities In The Ballia District Hospital In The Past 3 Days:
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SK Yadav is the in-charge Medical Superintendent of this hospital in Uttar Pradesh. SK Yadav shared that 15 June reported 23 deaths, 16 June reported 20 deaths, and 17 June saw 11 patients losing their lives. There are not a sufficient number of stretchers to carry patients due to overcrowding. The NDTV report states how people are rushing toward the emergency ward by carrying the patients on their shoulders.
Dr. BP Tiwari is the Additional Health Director in the Azamgarh Circle. The doctor shared that a team from Lucknow is all set to probe this incident and find out if there are some other unobserved changes or diseases.
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It is a scary time for everyone. Stay indoors as much as possible and stay hydrated!
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