Union Health Minister Shri J P Nadda reviews heatwave situation and preparedness of hospitals to deal with heatwave
Union Health Minister Shri J P Nadda reviews heatwave situation and preparedness of hospitals to deal with heatwave
Union Health Minister Shri J P Nadda reviewed the heatwave situation across the country and preparedness of hospitals to deal with heatwave with senior officials of the Health Ministry, here today.
The Health Minister has directed officials to ensure all that hospitals are prepared to provide the best healthcare to those affected by the heatwave.
Shri Nadda also directed for special heatwave units to be started in the central government hospitals.
Under the directions of the Union Health Minister, an advisory has been issued by the Health Ministry today.
Advisory for State Health Department on Heat Wave Season 2024
The country may observe above normal seasonal maximum temperatures in-line with the observed trend of summertime temperatures. To reduce health impacts of extreme heat, health departments must ensure preparedness and timely response.
· National Action Plan on Heat Related Illnesses, MoHFW
· Strengthening Health Systems Preparedness for Heat Related Illnesses (HRI) in India
. National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) guidelines for preparation of action plan for prevention and management of heat wave.
Coordinate with electricity distribution company/corporation for uninterrupted electricity supply to hospitals for constant functioning of cooling appliances.
Adopt measures to reduce indoor heat and energy conservation in the health facilities like cool roof/green roof, window shading, rainwater harvesting, solarization etc.
Provide shade outside the health facilities in heat-prone regions
While organizing mass gathering or sporting events during summer, sufficient preparedness should be made to prevent and manage heat-related illnesses (HRI) through active engagement of health departments, other relevant departments, and local administration.
Event planning considerations
Ensure adequate arrangement for frequent communication in local language for attending population, (in advance and during the event) through social media, on-site posters, video clips/announcements about measures e.g.
Health sector preparedness
During the event consideration
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- Dissemination of following guidelines to all districts: