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The Hindu
07-06-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Nellore reports seven Covid-19 cases, DM&HO intensifies vigilance
The health department on Saturday intensified Covid-19 monitoring and containment measures after seven positive cases were reported in SPSR Nellore district. The District Medical and Health Officer (DM&HO) has initiated several measures on the instructions of Director of Public Health and Family Welfare, Andhra Pradesh. The VRDL (Virus Research And Diagnostic Laboratory Network) had conducted 12 RT-PCR tests on the patients at ACSR Government Medical College and General Hospital (GGH) and confirmed six Covid-19 cases in the combined Nellore district on Friday. Later, another case was reportedly found on Saturday. Nellore DM&HO Dr. V. Sujatha said that the department has immediately tested 27 persons who were primary contacts of the patients. Except one, rest of them tested negative. Now, the contacts of the person who tested positive will undergo the tests. All the patients are presently having mild symptoms and are staying at home isolation with good health condition. With the increasing Covid-19 cases across the State and country, the DM&HO has appointed District Surveillance Officer Dr. Bhaskar Singamsetty as a nodal officer to monitor the cases and submit the GGH preparedness assessment data through IHIP (Integrated Health Information Platform) portal. Speaking to The Hindu, Dr. Bhaskar said, 'After Omicron, the individuals were found to be infected with the new Covid-19 subvariants—NB.1.8.1 and LF.7. These are mild variants with symptoms including cough, cold, throat pain and fever for three days. To stop spreading the disease, we have notified guidelines to the public to avoid mass gathering and wear masks.' About 1,000 kits for RAT (Rapid Antigen Tests) were distributed to 80 PHCs in the district. If anyone tested positive, they were immediately moved to the district hospital for the RT-PCR test as it is available only at GGH and few corporate hospitals like Narayana, Apollo and Medicover in the district, he said. The nodal officer further said, 'We are conducting house to house survey for identifying the primary and secondary contacts of the positive patients. We continuously follow-up the patients in home isolation for one week. The alerts were given to all PHCs and UPHCs regarding the influenza patients.' GGH Superintendent Dr. B. S. Naik said that a special ward has been set up with 30 beds for the Covid-19 patients in the pulmonology department having more than 14 doctors and 12 nurses. Apart from this, the GGH is ready to arrange another 40-bed ward for the Covid-19 patients if the number of cases go up.
Hans India
05-06-2025
- Health
- Hans India
No Covid-19 cases in Warangal: Officials
Warangal: Much to the relief of denizens in the tri-cities of Warangal-Hanumakonda-Kazipet, district medical officials have rubbished the rumour being circulated that coronavirus cases were reported in the district. With the news spreading on social media that six people contracted coronavirus and are being treated at a private hospital near MGM Hospital, the district medical authority inquired about it. In a statement, Warangal DM&HO B. Sambasiva Rao made it clear that there were no coronavirus cases in the city, and whatever was circulating on social media was incorrect. So far, no cases have been registered in the MGM Hospital. The MGM Hospital is well equipped to treat COVID-19. Special wards to treat coronavirus with oxygen flow meters and ventilators, according to its RMO, Dr. Shasi Kumar. It's learnt that some doctors in private hospitals are creating fear among the patients suffering from cough and cold by telling them it could be coronavirus. Meanwhile, a two-day mock drill began on June 4 to take stock of hospitals' preparedness. A detailed report of hospitals and their facilities, and medicines in dealing with COVID-19, would be uploaded on the Integrated Health Information Platform website for the government to look into.
Time of India
04-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
41 snakebite cases in Bengaluru this year due to rain, urbanisation
Bengaluru: Karnataka recorded over 36 snakebite-related deaths in the past five months, twice the number reported (18) during the same period last year, according to Integrated Health Information Platform (IHIP) under the health and family welfare department. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Officials say this may not only reflect a real rise in incidents, but also a rise in reporting and tracking. So far this year, the state reported over 4,786 snakebite cases — a 46 per cent increase compared to 3,268 cases recorded by May 2024. Health department officials link this to a mix of factors: Ongoing rain, changing weather patterns and increasing interaction between people and wildlife. Bengaluru reported 41 cases; Shivamogga (289) recorded the most cases so far this year, followed closely by Mandya (256), Hassan and Dakshina Kannada. The highest number of deaths were reported from Chamarajanagar (5); Dharwad and Udupi saw three deaths each. A health official from Shivamogga said, "This region has a significant forest cover, and many communities here depend on forest-based livelihoods. Naturally, this brings them into closer proximity with snakes, which explains the relatively high number of snakebite cases. Our main concern is ensuring people seek timely medical help and not rely on traditional healing practices or rituals, which are still prevalent in some pockets. Awareness is growing, and our ability to report and respond to these cases is steadily improving." Ansar Ahmed, project director at IHIP, said seasonal variations are significantly contributing to the trend. "Snakes are more active during rainy season and tend to come out of their habitats in search of drier ground or prey, which increases the likelihood of encounters with humans. However, it's not just environmental factors. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Our surveillance systems are becoming more robust and we're now able to review and analyse case data with greater accuracy and depth. " A senior official in the health department said urbanisation is also contributing to the problem. "As more infrastructural changes occur near forests, lakes and fields, snakes are losing their homes. They are increasingly found in drains, small water bodies and even inside homes, while searching for prey. During heavy rain, water enters these spaces and pushes snakes into the open.
Time of India
01-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Covid-19: Wear masks in crowded places, maintain physical distancing, says Karnataka govt
Bengaluru: In the wake of recent increase in Covid-19 cases in the state, the Karnataka government on Saturday issued a public advisory, asking people to practice responsible behaviour by wearing masks in crowded places, maintaining physical distancing, and practicing good hygiene. The public advisory on Covid-19 surveillance and safety was issued by the Commissioner, Health and Family Welfare Services. "In light of the recent increase in Covid-19 cases in Karnataka, the state continues to monitor and manage Covid-19 through on-going efforts to prevent transmission, detect cases, and provide care. The Department of Health and Family Welfare requests all citizens not to panic, but stay vigilant and actively support public health efforts," the advisory said. Continued cooperation is crucial to detect and contain any new variants or potential outbreaks. "Your health is our priority," it said. The public are advised to: "Stay Alert, Not Anxious: Stay informed through official sources, avoid unverified information. Share Information with Health Staff: Inform authorities about travelers from abroad for needful followup." "Practice responsible behaviour: Wear masks in crowded places , maintain physical distancing, practice good hygiene," it further said, report symptoms early, and seek medical advice immediately if experiencing fever, cough, chest pain or breathing difficulty. Asking to support testing and surveillance, the health department said cooperate with random testing and allow sample collection for surveillance. Report unusual increases in Covid-19 like symptoms via the community monitoring tool of Integrated Health Information Platform (IHIP) portal, it said. Reiterating for surveillance at schools by keeping sick children home, monitoring pupils for symptoms, promoting hygiene, ensuring proper ventilation, the advisory stressed on hygiene and environmental awareness by practicing good hygiene, disposing of waste properly, and keeping public areas clean. Stating that the government is on alert, it said lead a normal life but follow advisories. "Call toll-free helpline number 1800 425 8330 for health advice, and 108 for emergency patient transport. Together, we can quickly identify and control potential illnesses, keeping ourselves and our people safe," it said. As of Friday evening, 234 Covid active cases have been reported in the state. Three patients with the infection, who had other comorbidities, have died since January 1.
Economic Times
31-05-2025
- Health
- Economic Times
Covid-19: Wear masks in crowded places, maintain physical distancing, says Karnataka govt
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel In the wake of recent increase in Covid-19 cases in the state, the Karnataka government on Saturday issued a public advisory, asking people to practice responsible behaviour by wearing masks in crowded places, maintaining physical distancing, and practicing good public advisory on Covid-19 surveillance and safety was issued by the Commissioner, Health and Family Welfare Services."In light of the recent increase in Covid-19 cases in Karnataka, the state continues to monitor and manage Covid-19 through on-going efforts to prevent transmission, detect cases, and provide care. The Department of Health and Family Welfare requests all citizens not to panic, but stay vigilant and actively support public health efforts," the advisory cooperation is crucial to detect and contain any new variants or potential outbreaks. "Your health is our priority," it public are advised to: "Stay Alert, Not Anxious: Stay informed through official sources, avoid unverified information. Share Information with Health Staff: Inform authorities about travelers from abroad for needful followup.""Practice responsible behaviour: Wear masks in crowded places , maintain physical distancing, practice good hygiene," it further said, report symptoms early, and seek medical advice immediately if experiencing fever, cough, chest pain or breathing to support testing and surveillance, the health department said cooperate with random testing and allow sample collection for unusual increases in Covid-19 like symptoms via the community monitoring tool of Integrated Health Information Platform (IHIP) portal, it for surveillance at schools by keeping sick children home, monitoring pupils for symptoms, promoting hygiene, ensuring proper ventilation, the advisory stressed on hygiene and environmental awareness by practicing good hygiene, disposing of waste properly, and keeping public areas that the government is on alert, it said lead a normal life but follow advisories."Call toll-free helpline number 1800 425 8330 for health advice, and 108 for emergency patient transport. Together, we can quickly identify and control potential illnesses, keeping ourselves and our people safe," it of Friday evening, 234 Covid active cases have been reported in the state. Three patients with the infection, who had other comorbidities, have died since January 1.
