Dog packs pose safety concerns at Chennai mental hospital

Staff at the Institute of Mental Health in Chennai are concerned about packs of dogs roaming the campus. Recent attacks have left victims with serious injuries, prompting discussions about whether the approximately 100 dogs should be removed from the 46-acre site. Doctors report an average of one dog bite per week over the past two years, with no official record of incidents. Staff members are taking precautions, such as carrying sticks and stones to fend off the dogs. The hospital's director stated that they are working with local authorities to sterilize and vaccinate the dogs. However, many staff members question the practice of returning the dogs to the hospital after treatment, citing safety concerns for patients and staff.