Extra care urged for children and the elderly. Experts believe strengthening primary healthcare would ease pressure on large hospitals, and urged that community clinics be made more effective.

Mental health is also coming into the conversation. Doctors say seeking help for anxiety and depression, without shame, is a healthy habit.

According to hospital data, outpatient departments have been busier over the past few weeks. Doctors say most patients recover with primary treatment.

Doctors advise drinking enough water, eating nutritious food and building a habit of regular hand-washing. They also urged extra care for children and the elderly.