Sindh Healthcare Commission’s big decision in view of the threat of floods! Strict instructions to hospitals to remain on high alert and make emergency arrangements

The Sindh Healthcare Commission has issued an order to all private hospitals and medical institutions in the province to remain on high alert to deal with the possible flood situation. The aim of this measure is to provide timely and effective medical assistance to the public in the event of a natural disaster. The commission has directed hospitals to take immediate steps to protect themselves from water so that important medical facilities can continue uninterrupted.

Under this directive, hospitals have been urged to ensure the provision of alternative sources of power such as generators for emergency, ICU and operation theaters. In addition, instructions have also been given to ensure comprehensive arrangements for the safe and immediate transfer of patients.
The commission says that the staff of all hospitals will remain on high alert 24 hours a day and beds will be allocated in advance for flood victims. This advance preparation is important so that medical assistance can be provided to the increasing number of patients in emergency situations.

Another important aspect is that the risk of epidemics increases in flood-affected areas. To deal with this situation, the commission has directed hospital staff to remain proactive and maintain close contact with district health authorities. This strategy of prompt reporting and coordinated response is key to controlling epidemics.
Health experts believe that these measures will not only help in treating flood-affected people but will also enable the health system to withstand the pressure in the face of a possible major crisis. If advance preparation is not done, the health system can be severely affected, the consequences of which can be dire. These instructions are an important step to keep the health system stable in the event of a crisis.