Haldwani’s Base Hospital is seeing more patients with cold, cough and other viral infection symptoms as the weather continues to fluctuate. The hospital’s outpatient department is receiving 50 to 60 such patients each day, with children making up a larger share of those cases.
The hospital is handling about 200 outpatient visits daily. Among them, 4 to 5 patients with respiratory problems are arriving each day for examination and treatment.
Doctors advise caution during temperature changes
Senior physician Dr. Vinita Nikhurpa said repeated shifts between cold and warm conditions are contributing to the increase in viral infections. She said children, older people and those with pre-existing respiratory illnesses should take particular care during this period.
Patients should not ignore breathing difficulty, a high fever or a persistent cough. The hospital has advised people with these symptoms to seek a medical examination rather than delay treatment.
Dr. Nikhurpa also said patients with measles are currently reaching the hospital. a separate count for measles cases is not yet available.
Dengue situation reported under control
The hospital said the dengue situation is currently under control. It is receiving 2 to 3 dengue patients each day.
4 patients were admitted to the Base Hospital’s dengue ward on Sunday, and their treatment was continuing. No further dengue figures were provided.
Advice on medicines and prevention
Doctors have advised residents to avoid cold items, remain cautious when going out in the cold during the morning and evening, and drink enough lukewarm water.
They have also recommended regular hand hygiene. Patients have been asked not to take antibiotics or other medicines without medical advice.
Conclusion
Changing temperatures are coinciding with increased viral infection symptoms at Haldwani’s Base Hospital, particularly among children. Doctors have advised caution, hand hygiene and timely medical consultation for breathing difficulty, high fever or persistent cough.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How many viral infection patients are visiting the hospital daily?
The Base Hospital’s OPD is receiving 50 to 60 patients with viral infection symptoms each day.
Q. Which symptoms are commonly reported?
The reported symptoms include cold, cough and other viral infection-related complaints.
Q. Are children more affected?
Yes. Children account for a larger number of the patients arriving with these symptoms.
Q. How many patients with breathing problems seek care daily?
4 to 5 patients with respiratory problems arrive each day for examination and treatment.
Q. What is the current dengue situation?
The hospital has described the dengue situation as currently under control and receives 2 to 3 dengue patients daily.
Q. How many dengue patients were admitted on Sunday?
4 patients were admitted to the hospital’s dengue ward on Sunday, where they were receiving treatment.
Q. What precautions have doctors advised?
Doctors have advised avoiding cold items, taking care in the cold during morning and evening outings, drinking enough lukewarm water and maintaining hand hygiene.
Q. Should people take antibiotics without consulting a doctor?
No. Doctors have advised against taking antibiotics or other medicines without medical advice.
