The Union health ministry has urged states to bolster healthcare system preparedness for peak summer, warning of increased risks from heatwaves and fire incidents. Directives include establishing heatstroke units, ensuring ambulance readiness, and conducting urgent fire safety audits in hospitals to prevent avoidable deaths and ensure patient safety.
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Centre flags summer risks, asks states to step up heatwave, fire safety preparedness
- by The News Vista
- April 28, 2026
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