LUCKNOW, Oct. 12 -- Critically ill patients often have to move from one hospital to another in search of ventilator beds. This search can lead to delays in treatment, even though every minute is crucial in saving a patient's life. To address this problem, medical experts have called for a ventilator command centre at the state or district level. The proposed centre could provide information about available ventilator beds through a mobile application or a helpline number. This would help patients' attendants find the right hospital and arrange timely transport, potentially saving lives. The suggestions were made during a programme organised by the department of anaesthesia at the Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences (RMLIMS). Dr PK Das, head of the department of anaesthesia at RMLIMS, said patients who require ventilator support are often in a critical condition.htc...