The recent wildfires in the Los Angeles area have significantly impacted local hospitals in several ways:
- Clinic Closures and Service Disruptions: Health systems have had to close clinics and postpone non-urgent surgeries due to the fires. For instance, Cedars-Sinai postponed elective surgeries and closed outpatient offices in evacuation zones, including sites in Santa Monica, Brentwood/West Los Angeles, and Pasadena. Similarly, Kaiser Permanente closed several outpatient clinics in areas like Pasadena, Santa Monica, and Thousand Oaks. OncLive
- Increased Patient Volume: Hospitals are experiencing a surge in patients suffering from respiratory issues and other health problems related to poor air quality caused by the wildfires. Cedars-Sinai, for example, has increased appointments with pulmonologists to accommodate patients with conditions such as asthma and pulmonary fibrosis. OncLive
- Operational Challenges and Potential Evacuations: Some hospitals are facing potential evacuations and power outages. Adventist Health’s hospital in Glendale, near the Eaton wildfire, remains open but is closely monitoring the situation for any necessary changes. Additionally, the fires have caused blackouts, with over 1.6 million homes without power, further complicating hospital operations. The Times & The Sunday Times
These challenges highlight the strain that wildfires place on healthcare facilities, affecting their ability to provide continuous and effective care to the community.
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