J&K LG advisor takes stock of GMC Jammu, directs to deploy specialist doctors in control room

Through a helpline, doctors would enquire about the wellbeing of asymptomatic patients and give them proper guidelines for home isolation, he said and appealed to the people not to panic as the number of cases has increased due to an increase in the rapid testing in the Jammu division

The administration is committed to providing the best possible medical care to the people, Bhatnagar said.

He also asked the people to practice social distancing, wear face masks, avoid crowded areas, and follow government guidelines.

While inspecting the control room, Bhatnagar directed the officials to maintain a proper record of the patients and provide them with all possible treatment and facilities. He asked the Medical Superintendent to ensure that specialist doctors are deployed in the control room and regular feedback should be obtained from patients.

During the visit, Bhatnagar also discussed with the officials in detail the issue of increasing oxygen-supported beds and other facilities.

He was assured that an additional 150 oxygen supported beds would become operational in the hospital by Monday and other facilities will be upgraded on time, the spokesperson said.

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