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Deepavali-related eye injury cases spike across Bengaluru hospitals

Deepavali-related eye injury cases spike across Bengaluru hospitals
Image: Deccan Herald

Deepavali celebrations have led to a spike in eye injury cases across various hospitals in Bengaluru. At Minto Ophthalmic Hospital, 14 cases have been reported, including two emergency cases requiring immediate surgery. Another hospital chain reported treating 24 individuals affected by firecracker-related eye injuries since Saturday. Doctors advised people to wear protective eyewear and maintain a safe distance while bursting crackers.

Originally reported by Deccan Herald Summarised from the source’s public news feed without altering the facts. Read the original report for the full story.
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