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Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Evening fever OPDs to tackle surge in monsoon illnesses
MUMBAI: With the onset of monsoon showers, Mumbai's civic-run hospitals are witnessing a sharp spike in cases of viral fever, influenza and other seasonal infections. To manage the growing patient load and offer timely care, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has launched evening Fever Outpatient Departments (Fever OPDs) at its major hospitals. The initiative aims to provide quick screening, reduce crowding in general OPDs, and improve access to healthcare for the city's working population. The evening Fever OPD at Nair Hospital is already operational, while Sion Hospital will begin services from June 7. KEM Hospital is expected to follow shortly, and Cooper Hospital will start its Fever OPD within a week. These clinics will function daily from 4pm to 8pm, a decision aimed at benefiting office-goers and workers who are unable to visit hospitals during regular working hours. 'Evening OPDs allow patients to seek timely care without compromising their work or income. They also help ease the daytime crowd in our hospitals,' a senior BMC health official said. The initiative comes amid an unusually early surge in seasonal illnesses. The sudden onset of the monsoon, coupled with fluctuating temperatures and high humidity, has led to a rise in both respiratory and vector-borne infections across the city. HT had reported that major hospitals have reported a 20–30% increase in such cases, well ahead of the usual June-July peak. Dr Kirti Sabnis, infectious disease specialist at Fortis Hospital, Mulund, confirmed the trend. 'Nearly 20–25% of our OPD patients are currently presenting with cough, cold or flu-like symptoms,' she said. 'These are classic monsoon-related respiratory infections, including mild Covid-19 cases, and they're appearing earlier than expected due to premature rains.' Dr Mohan Joshi, dean of Sion Hospital, said the evening OPDs are essential to contain the spread of these illnesses. 'Every monsoon, we face a sharp rise in cases presenting with fever—ranging from viral infections to serious conditions such as dengue or leptospirosis. Evening OPDs allow us to reach a wider section of society and provide early diagnosis and treatment before symptoms worsen,' he said. Dr Shailesh Mohite, dean of Nair Hospital, added that dedicated fever clinics help streamline patient flow and minimise risk. 'Segregating fever patients from general OPDs prevents overcrowding and limits cross-infection within hospital premises,' he said. Doctors at the fever OPDs will screen patients showing symptoms such as fever, body ache, sore throat or rashes. Suspected cases of dengue, malaria and leptospirosis will be referred for further testing and treatment. The BMC has also intensified its anti-dengue drive. Between January and May 2025, civic workers identified 25,169 mosquito breeding sites across the city. So far, 2,292 buildings and 2.72 million slum units been fumigated. In comparison, the entire year of 2024 saw 590,000 buildings and 790,000 slum units being fumigated—signalling an aggressive early intervention this year. Doctors are urging citizens not to ignore persistent fever or flu-like symptoms and avoid self-medication. High-risk groups, such as children, senior citizens and those with comorbidities, are advised to seek prompt medical consultation. With heavy rains expected in the coming weeks, BMC officials say the launch of evening Fever OPDs will be a critical tool in Mumbai's fight against monsoon-related health risks.
Indian Express
2 days ago
- Indian Express
KEM Hospital's forensic medicine dept's head booked for molesting colleague's wife, 2 minor daughters
The Mumbai police Sunday booked the head of the forensic medicine department in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC)-run KEM Hospital for allegedly molesting his colleague's wife, who is also a doctor, and their two minor daughters. According to the police, though the FIR against the head of the department or HOD was filed Sunday, the alleged incident is from 2015. The Bhoiwada police booked the head of the hospital's forensic medicine department under sections 74 (criminal force against a woman with the intent to outrage her modesty), 352 (intentional insult with the intent to provoke a breach of peace), and 351(2)(criminal intimidation) of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), and Section 8 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (Pocso) Act. An officer said a written complaint in this matter was earlier filed with the Bhoiwada Police Station. After due verification, the police registered the First Information Report, and said they are recording the statements of individuals linked to the alleged incident. As per the police complaint, the accused also allegedly abused and threatened the complainant doctor's husband. He also allegedly molested their two daughters, aged 15 and nine years, sources said. The complainant's husband, who is a forensic medicine and toxicology department professor at KEM Hospital, was suspended around a month ago after six women doctors filed a complaint of sexual harassment against him. These women had filed a complaint with the current accused HOD, and the dean of the hospital.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Time of India
1 dead, 3 injured in 2 tree fall incidents in eastern suburbs
Mumbai: One person died and three others were injured in two separate tree and branch fall incidents at Sewri and Kurla East in the 24 hours from 8am on Wednesday. Ranjan Nishad (27), a plumber, suffered injuries after a huge Gulmohar tree in a private compound got uprooted and fell on his scooter near Fatima School, Sewri Cross Road, around 8:30pm on Wednesday. He passed away at KEM Hospital around 1:30am on Thursday. The condition of Nishad's relative, plumber K Balkrishna (33), who was riding pillion rider on the scooter, is said to be stable. Balkrishna, who suffered serious injuries to his left leg, is admitted to KEM Hospital. In another incident, a branch fell on two pedestrians, injuring them, near Jaitvan Garden, Thakkar Bappa Colony Road, Kurla East, at 11:30pm on Wednesday. The condition of the two is said to be stable. F-South ward officials said Sewri's Angel Housing Society where the Gulmohar tree got fatally uprooted, had sought permission for trimming the tree, but they did not carry it out. The BMC's F-South ward has sought the opinion of the garden department on whether a notice could be issued to the society regarding the incident. It occurred when Nishad and Balkrishna were returning home to Nalasopara after completing a plumbing job at a BMC office in Cotton Green. Balkrishna, in pain and facing the prospect of surgery, remains unaware that Nishad is dead. "About 15 to 20 people helped us, and we were rushed to the hospital in a taxi," said Balkrishna, who makes about Rs 15,000 a month and will likely have to return to his village in UP until he recovers. BMC superintendent gardens Jitendra Pardeshi did not respond to calls from TOI seeking a comment on the incident. A BMC's F-South ward and garden department official said, "We have sought the opinion of the garden department as to what action can be pursued against the society."
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
Mumbai Rains: Pediatric ICU at KEM Hospital flooded with inch-deep water; watch video
Heavy rainfall in Mumbai has caused severe waterlogging at KEM Hospital , with water entering the ground floor premises. Among the affected areas is the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), raising serious concerns and causing significant inconvenience for both patients and hospital staff. — ians_india (@ians_india) Mumbai Weather: IMD Issues Yellow to Red Alert amid heavy rainfall Mumbai is currently experiencing unusually heavy rainfall for May, marking the earliest monsoon onset in the city since 1990. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Mumbai through Wednesday, warning of continued heavy rain accompanied by gusty winds reaching up to 40 km/h. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Raw Honey Scrolling Bee India Shop Now Undo On Monday morning, thunderstorms with lightning and strong winds disrupted suburban train services and caused significant traffic delays due to poor visibility. The early arrival of the southwest monsoon, nearly ten days ahead of schedule, has led to continuous rainfall since Sunday night, resulting in waterlogging in low-lying areas. The IMD forecasts that the heavy rainfall will persist throughout Monday, with the possibility of thunderstorms and gusty winds. Residents are advised to stay updated on weather alerts and take necessary precautions.
India.com
24-05-2025
- Health
- India.com
Covid returns to India? Cases rise in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru Gurgaon; hospitals asked to keep...., things you must know
Covid returns to India? Cases rise in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru Gurgaon; hospitals asked to keep...., things you must know After a long period of quiet, COVID-19 cases are slowly increasing again in some major Indian cities, including Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. Though health officials have said there's no reason to panic, hospitals have been put on standby and public safety guidelines are being reinforced. Delhi has seen 23 new COVID-19 infections marking the city's first significant jump in nearly three years. Health Minister Pankaj Singh assured that all the infected individuals are stable and showing only mild symptoms, similar to the flu. A dedicated team has been assigned to track the situation closely. Hospitals in the capital have been asked to stay prepared with enough beds, oxygen supply, and medicines. They must now send daily updates and forward any positive test samples for genome sequencing to detect potential virus variants. Mumbai: Highest spike in Maharashtra Mumbai has recorded 95 COVID-19 cases so far this May, a sharp increase compared to Maharashtra's total of 106 since the beginning of the year. Sixteen people have needed hospital care, and some patients are being shifted from KEM Hospital to Seven Hills Hospital as a precautionary step. The city's health department has made it compulsory to test all patients showing symptoms of serious respiratory or flu-like illnesses. Bengaluru: Steady climb in cases Out of Karnataka's 35 active COVID-19 cases, 32 are from Bengaluru. Among them is a nine-month-old infant, currently receiving treatment at Vani Vilas Hospital. Health officials say the city has been seeing a slow and steady increase in cases over the past three weeks. They are encouraging everyone especially seniors, people with health conditions, and children—to follow safety measures like mask-wearing and hand hygiene.
