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INDIA HEATWAVE CRISIS: Doctors Warn of Deadly Risks as Temperatures Soar | Health Matters | News18

India is facing an intense heatwave crisis as temperatures continue to soar across several states, raising serious health concerns for millions. From crowded cities to rural communities, the impact of extreme heat is being felt everywhere, with outdoor workers, children, and the elderly among the most vulnerable. As the mercury climbs, doctors and disaster management experts are warning of potentially life-threatening consequences if precautions are not taken.In this special edition of Health Matters, Srishti Chaudhary reports from Delhi on how rising temperatures are affecting informal workers who spend long hours under the scorching sun. Leading experts including Dr. Amlendu Yadav of RML Hospital, Dr. Rommel Tickoo of Max Hospital, Krishna S. Vatsa of the National Disaster Management Authority, and Dr. Devi Prasad Shetty of Narayana Health explain the dangers of heatstroke, dehydration, heat exhaustion, and other heat-related illnesses. n18oc_Indian18oc_WorldNews18 Mobile App – https://onelink.to/desc-youtube

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