Special burns ward opened at Coimbatore Medical College Hospital ahead of Diwali

Coimbatore: An 11-bed burns ward has been opened at the Coimbatore Medical College Hospital (CMCH) to manage severe burn injuries.

According to a press release from the hospital, in the event of burns on the hands or feet, any accessories in the affected area should be promptly removed. The burned area should be rinsed with water for at least 15 minutes, but ice should not be applied directly on the burn. Home remedies like turmeric or coffee powder should be avoided.

The hospital said that individuals under five years or over sixty, as well as those with diabetes, heart conditions and pregnancy, should seek immediate medical attention for burns on the face, neck and hands.

The new burns care unit, located in the JICA building, includes 11 intensive care beds and 20 general beds dedicated to burn injury treatment. Staffed round the clock by plastic and general surgeons, the unit has a special section for handling Diwali-related cases.