Hospitals in Czech Republic and Slovakia report rise in summer injuries

Hospitals in the Czech Republic and Slovakia are reporting a seasonal rise in patient admissions due to summer-related injuries and heat exposure.

In Brno, the Faculty Hospital has seen an increase in patients suffering from burns caused by contact with hot outdoor surfaces, such as sidewalks, or from sun exposure. Dr. Libor Streit noted that while occupational injuries were previously more common, recent cases often involve injuries sustained during routine outdoor movement. Severe foot burns have required hospitalization, including one case involving a one-year-old child. Medical professionals warn that surfaces exceeding 60 degrees Celsius can cause deep damage within seconds and advise against walking barefoot.

Similarly, the emergency department in Zvolen, Slovakia, is experiencing a surge in trauma cases during the summer holidays. Dr. Dalibor Panuška reported that injuries account for up to three-quarters of all patients on certain days. The most frequent causes include accidents involving bicycles, scooters, and motorcycles, as well as minor injuries related to gardening and fruit harvesting. While non-trauma admissions remain stable, medical staff continue to monitor for gastrointestinal issues and surgical emergencies.