Children’s Hospital in Lahore confirmed the admission of 60 children affected by pneumonia
LAHORE: In a distressing development, six children lost their lives in Lahore due to pneumonia-related cases, marking a somber single-day toll in the capital of Punjab.
A total of 140 cases were reported in Punjab, with 60 cases concentrated in Lahore alone, underscoring the severity of the outbreak.
Health department data reveals that Lahore has been grappling with a surge in pneumonia cases, recording 780 cases in government hospitals in January alone.
The overall tally for Punjab stands at 4,900 reported pneumonia cases.
The hospital outpatient departments are witnessing an influx of patients, particularly children, presenting symptoms related to cold weather, including fever, cough, flu, and chest infections.
The situation is exacerbated by the extreme cold weather and smog in Lahore and surrounding areas, posing a heightened risk, especially for the elderly population.
Children’s Hospital in Lahore confirmed the admission of 60 children affected by pneumonia, highlighting the vulnerability of the younger demographic to the outbreak.
The provincial government, in response to the escalating health crisis, extended winter vacations for young children as a precautionary measure. Health officials are actively collecting data related to the disease, although specific details have not been publicly shared.
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In an effort to contain the outbreak, the Punjab Health Department issued Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) urging parents to ensure the completion of immunization courses for their children.
Additionally, elders are advised to avoid unnecessarily exposing children to the harsh weather conditions outside the home. The situation calls for swift and coordinated efforts to mitigate the impact of the pneumonia outbreak and protect the vulnerable population.
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