Ahead of Diwali, 11-bed special burns ward set up at Coimbatore Medical College Hospital
Coimbatore: The Coimbatore Medical College Hospital (CMCH) has inaugurated an 11-bed burns ward aimed at providing specialized care for patients with severe burn injuries. This initiative comes ahead of Diwali, a time when the incidence of burn cases tends to rise, aiming to improve patient care for those affected.
The new burns care unit, located in the JICA building, is equipped with advanced facilities and features a dedicated section for handling Diwali-related cases. This unit includes 11 intensive care beds and 20 general beds specifically for treating burn injuries. Staffed around the clock by plastic and general surgeons, it aims to provide comprehensive care for patients suffering from burns. This newly established burn care unit is a broader effort to ensure that those affected receive timely and effective treatment.
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According to a media report in the Times of India, a press release from the hospital advises that in the event of burns on the hands or feet, any accessories in the affected area should be promptly removed. The burned area should be rinsed with water for at least 15 minutes, but ice should not be applied directly to the burn. Home remedies like turmeric or coffee powder should be avoided.
Notably, the hospital has emphasized the importance of seeking medical attention for burn victims. They advise that individuals under five years old, those over sixty, and patients with pre-existing conditions such as diabetes, heart issues, or those who are pregnant should consult a healthcare professional promptly if they experience burns on the face, neck, or hands.
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Medical Dialogues previously reported that three government medical colleges have been selected to get high-tech burns wards in the next year, under the National Programme for Prevention and Management of Burn Injuries. One of them, Coimbatore Medical College Hospital (CMCH) has been sanctioned a sum of Rs.1.24 crore, for the hospital to build a new block, exclusively to treat burn injuries and facilitate itself with new equipment.
