Delhi Chokes: Hospitals See Surge in Respiratory Cases Amid 'Severe' Air Quality
Delhi hospitals report a 20-30% increase in respiratory patients due to worsening air pollution. The city's AQI has reached 'severe' levels, affecting even healthy individuals. Doctors highlight the persistent health risks and emphasize limiting outdoor activities during peak pollution times.
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Hospitals in Delhi are experiencing a significant rise in respiratory cases, with reports indicating a 20-30% surge in patients due to prolonged exposure to high pollution levels, according to medical professionals.
The city's air quality has deteriorated to 'severe' conditions, as indicated by an Air Quality Index (AQI) reading of 431, affecting even those without prior health issues.
Doctors emphasize the compound risk posed by toxic air, urging residents to limit outdoor activities and consider medical advice over home remedies to combat the health crisis.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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