Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann shared key health statistics from the past three days (14th, 15th, and 16th September), indicating a noticeable rise in cases of fever and skin diseases across the state. He urged residents to immediately visit government-run medical relief camps in villages and cities if they experience symptoms of fever, skin infections, or any other illness, to prevent further spread of diseases.
Health Department’s Outreach and Numbers
The Punjab Health Department has actively served the public by covering 2,101 villages and examining 1,42,395 patients over the three-day period. The breakdown of cases is as follows:
- Fever Patients: 19,187
- Diarrhea Patients: 4,544
- Skin Disease Patients: 22,118
- Eye Infection Patients: 10,304
All patients received on-the-spot treatment at the camps, ensuring immediate care and reducing the risk of further transmission.
CM’s Message to the People
CM Bhagwant Mann emphasized that “the entire Punjab is my family, and I am committed to the health and well-being of every citizen.” He also mentioned that the Health Department will continue releasing daily updates at 6 PM, keeping the public informed and aware of the ongoing situation.
This initiative highlights the Punjab government’s proactive approach to public health and its efforts to provide accessible medical care to both rural and urban populations.