The government hospitals in nearby districts and their Upazilas are sending over dengue patients in critical condition to the DMCH, a key public hospital with a history of tackling large numbers of patients at a time. With the patients streaming in, the number of patients kept swelling as the DMCH hardly refuses to admit a patient with fever or other dengue symptoms like other government hospitals. Also, the hospital has provisions for all types of medical tests, platelet transfusion, and ICU facilities needed for dengue patients, especially those in critical condition. Besides, many patients mistake viral fevers for dengue and go to the DMCH fearing the worst. ‘‘We provide treatment for dengue in the district hospitals and Upazila hospitals.

Source: bd News24 August 04, 2023 23:06 UTC