Ahmedabad, Oct 19 (NationPress) - The Ahmedabad Medical Association (AMA), in partnership with the Ahmedabad Family Physicians Association (AFPA), has launched a vital initiative aimed at safeguarding the health of residents, officials announced on Sunday.

The 'Doctor on Call' Diwali Medical helpline is set up to provide 24/7 medical guidance and immediate treatment assistance during the festive period.

This helpline will be active from October 19 to October 26, ensuring that residents have continuous access to professional medical advice throughout the week-long celebrations.

It is specifically designed to support residents facing health-related emergencies, first aid questions, or urgent medical guidance during Diwali, a time when health issues often increase due to fireworks, sweets, and seasonal festivities.

As per the AMA, this initiative underscores the dedication of doctors to community welfare, ensuring that timely medical assistance is available during celebrations.

Residents seeking help can access all necessary contact details and a list of participating doctors on the official AMA website: www.ahmedabadmedicalassociation.com.

AMA and AFPA member doctors will volunteer their time to provide support over the phone.

This service is accessible to all residents of Ahmedabad, making professional medical advice readily available to anyone in need during the festival.

Through this helpline, Ahmedabad's medical community is committed to ensuring that health emergencies receive prompt expert assistance while the city celebrates with lights and festivities.

This initiative complements other pre-Diwali safety measures in the city.

During festivals like Diwali, various medical emergencies tend to rise due to the unique hazards of the celebrations.

Common issues include burn injuries from fireworks, which often affect hands, face, and eyes, sometimes leading to permanent scars or vision loss.

Respiratory problems are also on the rise, particularly among children, the elderly, and those with asthma or chronic lung conditions, due to smoke, dust, and firecracker fumes.

Additionally, cardiac events and blood pressure spikes occur as stress, excitement, and indulgence in rich foods take a toll on vulnerable individuals.

Accidental falls and fractures can increase as streets and homes become crowded, while food-related illnesses like indigestion or food poisoning may arise from festive feasts and sweets.