Health workers on alert for possible patient surge on election day
Summary
Health workers in Nepal are on alert for increased patient surges due to potential election day violence and respiratory infection risks amid the peak influenza season.
Key Points
- The Ministry of Health and Population has alerted emergency health workers to prepare for a possible patient surge on election day due to violence and accidents.
- Health workers will not take leave on election day, and non-emergency health services will be suspended during the election holidays.
- The risk of spreading respiratory infections, including influenza, is high due to crowding and increased mobility during elections.
- Doctors warn that the peak season for respiratory illnesses coincides with the elections, urging public precautions to protect vulnerable populations.
