The searing October heat is taking a toll on the health of humans and animals alike. Since the beginning of October, the Bombay Veterinary College in Parel has registered an increase of 20% in admissions and doctors feel the figure could be 50% more than normal by the month's end.
Doctors said most animals admitted in the last few days were pets—such as cats and dogs—followed by cattle.
Dehydration was the most common ailment, though cases of gastro and infectious diseases also increased. "At present, the wards are filled with over 600 animals. The first 10 days of October saw an increase of patients by 20%. The increase will likely be 50% by the month's end," said Dr D G Dighe of the Parel hospital's medicine department. "For many animals, stress is also a major problem. They need to be kept under observation and treated."........ Read more
Source: The Times of India
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