Heat-related illnesses on the rise in the state, with 613 cases reported between March 1 and April 13, attributed to scorching summer temperatures.
Breakdown of reported cases: 398 heat rash, 141 heat cramp, and 74 heat exhaustion cases, indicating varying severity levels of heat-related ailments.
Bagalkot and Chitradurga emerge as the most affected districts, each recording 50 cases, with notable incidences of heat rash reported.
Other heavily impacted districts include Kalaburagi, Raichur, Yadgir, Belagavi, and Dakshina Kannada, with significant numbers of heat rash cases reported.
Insights from Dr Kalpana Janardhan, senior consultant at Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, emphasize the importance of preventive measures.
Dr Kalpana advises carrying an umbrella, staying hydrated, wearing breathable fabrics like cotton, and avoiding peak sunlight hours (11am to 3pm) to mitigate heat-related risks.
Urges public to take precautions when outdoors to safeguard against heat-related illnesses, underscoring the significance of awareness and proactive measures.