As India celebrates Diwali 2025, Dr. Priyanka Sehrawat, General Physician and Neurologist at The Neuromed Clinic, Gurugram (MD Medicine, DM Neurology from AIIMS Delhi), has shared two crucial health reminders to ensure a safe and healthy festive season.
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1. Burn Safety: Immediate First Aid Matters
Dr. Sehrawat advises that in the case of burn injuries, one should cover the affected area with a clean cotton cloth to prevent infections. Applying Silver Sulfadiazine ointment can be very effective in soothing the burn and reducing the risk of bacterial infection. She also stresses avoiding the application of home remedies like toothpaste or butter, which can worsen the condition.
2. Combat Air Pollution: Protect and Go Green
With air quality levels often deteriorating during Diwali, Dr. Sehrawat recommends everyone to cover their face with a mask and support green initiatives to reduce pollution levels. She emphasizes that “prevention is the best protection,” especially for children, the elderly, and those with respiratory conditions.
This festive season, while lights and joy fill the air, Dr. Priyanka Sehrawat reminds everyone to stay vigilant, eco-conscious, and health-aware—celebrating a Diwali that’s bright, safe, and pollution-free.
