Over 800 OPD Cases Registered by Noon as Emergency Ward Remains Packed with Patients
Key Points:
- Emergency ward treats over 90 patients by 1 PM amid severe winter conditions
- Hospital beds run at full capacity with respiratory illness cases rising
- Children and elderly most affected, with pneumonia cases increasing
JAMSHEDPUR – MGM Medical College and Hospital is witnessing an unprecedented rush of patients suffering from winter-related ailments amid the severe cold wave.
The emergency department has been overwhelmed with patients. “We’ve seen over 90 emergency cases by early afternoon,” said a hospital official.
Healthcare experts report a 40% increase in respiratory infections this winter compared to previous years.
Impact on Different Age Groups
Children under one year are particularly vulnerable to infections. Many are being diagnosed with pneumonia and throat infections.
Meanwhile, elderly patients are reporting increased joint pain cases. Recent studies show a 30% rise in arthritis flare-ups during winter months.
Hospital Infrastructure Strain
The outpatient department has registered more than 800 cases before noon. The OPD counter closes at 12 PM due to administrative protocols.
Moreover, the hospital is operating at maximum capacity. Medical statistics indicate a 50% increase in winter-related hospitalizations this season.
Medical Conditions
Doctors are treating numerous cases of asthma and diarrhea. Research shows respiratory illnesses peak during severe winter conditions.
Furthermore, pneumonia cases have risen significantly among children over one year. Local weather data indicates temperatures have dropped below average this winter.
