The number of patients in Punjab’s flood-affected areas has continued to increase sharply, with health officials warning that cases of illness are likely to rise even further. In the last 24 hours alone, over 33,000 people reported various diseases, bringing the total number of patients since the floods began to 755,000.
Surge in Flood-Related Illnesses
According to the Punjab Health Department, the past 24 hours saw 5,000 cases of respiratory problems, 4,300 cases of fever, and 4,000 cases of skin allergies. Additionally, 700 patients were treated for eye infections, while 1,900 cases of diarrhea were recorded. Officials also confirmed 5 cases of snake bites and 20 cases of dog bites during this period. The total caseload has now reached 755,000 since the beginning of the floods, raising concerns about the capacity of medical facilities to cope with the demand.
Medical Camps Established for Relief
To address the crisis, the Punjab Health Department has set up 405 fixed medical camps across the flood-affected regions. So far, 279,000 patients have been medically examined at these camps, where doctors and volunteers are providing treatment for both minor and severe cases.
