Doctor Shortage at Peravoor Hospital Prompts Protest, Emergency Suspension

A hospital in Kannur, India, doesn't have enough doctors.

This is causing problems because some doctors are on leave or working elsewhere.

The only doctor who is a gynecologist has to work all the time, and the emergency room at night is closed because there aren't enough doctors.

The doctors' union is protesting, because doctors were assigned to other duties, such as festivals.

This shortage means regular care is disrupted, and it's expected to get worse.

The doctors want more doctors hired right away.