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The Hindu
2 hours ago
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- The Hindu
Ernakulam records six leptospirosis deaths in three weeks
Ernakulam has recorded six deaths due to leptospirosis over the past three weeks. The district has reported over 35 suspected and confirmed cases of the disease in this period. Those who succumbed to leptospirosis include a 58-year-old male of Ashokapuram, Aluva; a 33-year-old male of Mattancherry; a 37-year-old male, a native of Jalpaiguri, West Bengal; a 44-year-old female of Vazhakulam; a 33-year-old female of Kuttampuzha; and a 60-year-old male of Keezhillam, according to the statistics available with the Department of Health. Dr. Rajeev Jayadevan, convener of the research cell of the Indian Medical Association (IMA), pointed out that the number of cases of leptospirosis will go up in the monsoon season compared to the dry months earlier in the year. 'This relatively serious disease is caused by bacteria found in the urine of animals such as rats, cattle and dogs. They enter the soil and find their way into the human body through tiny cracks and wounds in the soles of the feet. This is likely to happen in waterlogged areas, particularly among people who work in agriculture, gardening or cleaning,' he said. Dr. Jayadevan said that many deaths have occurred because the patient presented late or because treatment was not initiated early enough. A proportionate number of the infected will succumb to the disease owing to organ failure, and those are the deaths that we are actually seeing, he said. Spike in fever cases The district has reported about 12,900 fever cases since July 15. Over 500 influenza cases were also reported in the last two weeks, as per the Health department statistics. Two deaths due to hepatitis A were reported between July 15 and July 31. Those who succumbed to the disease include a 52-year-old male of Pathalam and a 38-year-old male of Avoli, Muvattupuzha. A 29-year-old male of Parakadavu died owing to Severe Acute Respiratory Infection (SARI) on July 26. A 56-year-old male of Nellikuzhi died due to dengue fever on July 18. An average of 37 influenza cases had been reported over the past two weeks. On July 29 and 30, the district recorded a total of 74 and 65 cases, respectively.
Hans India
27-05-2025
- Health
- Hans India
K'taka govt holds Covid-preparedness meet with directors of state-run medical colleges & hospitals
Bengaluru: The Karnataka government held the Covid-19 preparedness meeting with all the directors of state-run medical colleges and hospitals at Vikasa Soudha in Bengaluru on Tuesday, officials said. Addressing the media after the meeting, Sharan Prakash Patil, State Medical Education, Skill Development, and Livelihood Minister, said, "With a possible spike in Covid-19 cases expected in Bengaluru and across Karnataka, the elderly citizens and pregnant women should use masks in crowded places. Children showing cold or flu-like symptoms should not attend school." He also added, "With Covid-19 cases on the rise in the state, doctors and health workers have been instructed to wear masks. There is no reason for the public to panic, as the government has taken all necessary precautionary measures." Bengaluru is witnessing the highest number of new Covid-19 cases in the state. However, the infection is not spreading rapidly. "There is no need for panic if people follow government guidelines. Most people are already vaccinated. If necessary, we'll coordinate with the Union Health Ministry to procure more vaccines," he assured. "Even as cases increase, there is no cause for alarm. Testing facilities should be kept ready. As a precaution, health workers must wear masks. Instructions have been given to check the availability of medicines and oxygen beds and to submit reports accordingly," Minister Patil said. The Minister reassured people, saying "Covid-19 cases are increasing daily, but there is no need for undue worry. Pregnant women should use masks. The government is fully prepared. People should also cooperate with us," he added. As schools are set to reopen after summer vacation, Minister Patil advised that students showing symptoms of fever, cold or cough should not be sent to school. "If children develop symptoms during school hours, parents should be contacted and the child sent home immediately," the Minister said. "We must conduct testing for all SARI (Severe Acute Respiratory Infection) cases. I've held meetings with directors of all medical education hospitals. We've arranged labs and testing will be done across four divisions. Instructions have been given to collect data on oxygen beds and ventilators," Patil added. "Despite rising cases, masks are not mandatory for everyone. Only those with fever, cold or cough need to wear them. We're monitoring the situation closely. This time, heavy rains and changing weather are also causing seasonal illness," said Minister Patil. Mohammed Moshin, Medical Education Principal Secretary; and Sujatha Rathod BL, Medical Education Director, were also present during the meeting. Covid-19 Karnataka, Sharan Prakash Patil, Bengaluru Covid Spike, Medical Colleges Meeting, Health Guidelines, Mask Advisory
