After the Pakistan Meteorological Department’s warning of a heat-wave, all hospitals in the federal capital has been put on high alert to deal with any untoward situation. The Islamabad admin has sent a letter to the PIMS and Polyclinics hospitals, requesting them to be prepared for any medical emergency that may arise during the ongoing hot weather. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has advised the masses to take precautionary measures to cope with the scorching heat-wave and summer winds that could be deadly sans care. The NDMA, in its advisory, said that people should use plain water more, avoid carbonated drinks, and abstain from going out during the hottest hours of the day. “Cover your head and then go out in the hot sun. Take special care of the sick, elderly, children and pets. Drink lemon water and ORS to compensate for salt deficiency. Wear light and soft clothes,” it said. The NDMA added, “If someone faints in the heat, the people should pour cold water on his or her head.”

 
Credit : Independent News Pakistan-INP