Patients Face Hardships Due to Lack of Amenities in Lucknow's Government Hospitals
Lack of basic amenities hits patients, attendants at most govt hospitals in Lucknow
Hindustan Times
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Patients and their attendants in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India, are struggling with inadequate basic amenities at major government hospitals amid rising temperatures. Facilities at Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Hospital, King George’s Medical University, and Balrampur Hospital lack proper cooling, forcing many to wait in uncomfortable conditions.
- 01Patients at government hospitals in Lucknow face extreme heat due to lack of cooling facilities.
- 02Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Hospital and King George’s Medical University have inadequate shelter for patients and attendants.
- 03Balrampur Hospital has locked washrooms and non-functional cooling equipment.
- 04Some hospitals like Ram Manohar Lohia Institute offer better amenities with air conditioning.
- 05Urgent improvements are needed in public healthcare infrastructure to handle increased patient footfall.
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Patients visiting major government hospitals in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India, are enduring significant hardships due to a lack of basic amenities, particularly in the sweltering heat. At Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Hospital, many patients and their attendants are forced to wait under tin sheds as cooling systems fail, with some waiting for hours without relief. Ram Kishore Yadav, a patient’s attendant, expressed frustration over the non-functional fans in the area. The hospital’s chief medical superintendent, Dr. Devesh Pandey, acknowledged the issue and mentioned plans for repairs and expansions. Similarly, King George’s Medical University (KGMU) is experiencing similar challenges, with inadequate shelter for attendants, leaving them exposed to harsh weather. A spokesperson, Prof. KK Singh, indicated that a new shelter home is under construction to improve conditions. At Balrampur Hospital, patients reported locked washrooms and broken coolers, highlighting the need for urgent improvements. While some hospitals like Ram Manohar Lohia Institute provide adequate facilities, the overall situation remains concerning as patient numbers rise during summer. Immediate action is necessary to enhance public healthcare infrastructure in Lucknow.
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The lack of basic amenities in government hospitals can lead to increased discomfort and health risks for patients, especially during the summer heat. This situation necessitates immediate attention to improve public healthcare services.
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