June 22nd 2024.
Berhampur witnessed a heartening moment as three young patients who were being treated for diphtheria at MKCG Medical College and Hospital were finally able to return home on Friday. Dr. Narendra Behera, the Head of the Paediatrics Department, shared the news with the media and informed that the children were safely transported back to their homes in a special ambulance provided by the hospital.
In addition to the good news, Dr. Behera also mentioned that the doctors, nursing officers, and other healthcare personnel who were involved in the treatment of these children were vaccinated for their own safety. He also assured that the remaining employees would also be given the necessary immunizations soon.
It is worth mentioning that five children in the age group of 10-12 were diagnosed with diphtheria and had been admitted to the hospital between June 12 and June 17. They were referred from the district headquarters hospitals of Rayagada and Koraput. The hospital has taken special precautions to ensure the safety and well-being of these young patients by setting up isolation rooms in the Paediatric department.
Sadly, two of the five children could not survive the disease despite the best efforts of the medical team. However, the remaining three children responded well to the treatment and were able to recover fully. They were discharged from the hospital and are now back with their families.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of timely medical intervention and the dedication of our healthcare professionals. We hope that with the vaccination drive and proper precautions, we can prevent such outbreaks in the future and ensure the well-being of our community.
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