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News18
9 hours ago
- Health
- News18
14 of 18 fresh Covid cases in Haryana from Gurugram, Faridabad, Karnal
Chandigarh, Jun 2 (PTI) Fourteen of the 18 fresh Covid cases that Haryana reported on Monday were from Gurugram, Faridabad and Karnal districts, officials said. According to the state health department, Gurugram and Karnal reported five cases, followed by Faridabad (four), Ambala (two) and one each from Jhajjar and Sonipat. The total number of active cases in the state on Monday was 44, of which 16 were from Gurugram, 10 from Faridabad, nine from Karnal, four from Panchkula, two from Ambala and one each from Sonipat, Jhajjar and Hisar. As of Monday, no patients were hospitalised. Last week, Haryana Health Minister Arti Singh Rao urged people and healthcare officials to remain vigilant and proactive. She emphasised that the health and safety of every citizen is the government's top priority. Timely action and strict adherence to preventive measures can significantly curb the spread of the virus, she said, adding there was no need to panic. PTI SUN RHL
Time of India
4 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Need to remain vigilant, follow all Covid safety guidelines: Haryana health minister
Chandigarh: Haryana health minister Arti Singh Rao on Wednesday urged the public and healthcare officials to remain vigilant and proactive about the spread of Covid-19 infections. She emphasized that public health and safety is the government's top priority. Rao also said timely action and strict adherence to preventive measures can significantly curb the spread of the virus, and that there is no need to panic. A total of 16 Covid cases have been reported in Haryana recently. In response to a query on Covid cases in Haryana, Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini too, on Wednesday, said that the health department is fully prepared to handle the situation. Rao said the department has issued an advisory to all civil surgeons regarding Covid-19. They have been directed to establish dedicated 'flu corners' at health facilities to provide early screening and treatment. Hospitals across the state are being instructed to ensure readiness with adequate beds, including isolation beds, oxygen supply, essential antibiotics, PPE kits, N-95 masks, and necessary testing supplies, she said. The minister said refresher training sessions for healthcare staff will be organised to reinforce knowledge on Covid-19 signs, symptoms, management and updated guidelines. The public is being encouraged to adopt appropriate Covid-19 behaviour, including maintaining respiratory and hand hygiene, covering the mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing, practicing social distancing, avoiding spitting in public places, wearing masks in crowded environments, and frequent hand-washing, an official statement quoted Rao as saying. District surveillance units have been instructed to closely monitor home-isolated cases, particularly high-risk individuals such as the elderly, pregnant women, children, and those who have comorbidities. Meetings with the Indian Medical Association are also being convened to strengthen preparedness at the district level. Rao appealed to all citizens to stay vigilant and follow the safety protocols. "Let's stay informed and follow safety protocols," she said. The health department has instructed all civil surgeons, district surveillance units and health facilities to implement these measures immediately and ensure daily reporting through the established channels. PTI
Hans India
5 days ago
- Health
- Hans India
Man who tested positive for Covid dies in Chandigarh
Chandigarh: A 40-year-old man, who had tested positive for Covid-19, died at the Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) in Chandigarh on Wednesday, officials said. This was the first case to be reported in a health facility in Chandigarh. However, hospital authorities have yet to confirm whether the patient was suffering from the latest JN.1 variant or not. The patient, originally from Uttar Pradesh's Firozabad, was referred to the GMCH from Ludhiana after testing positive for Covid-19. A day earlier, GMCH Director Dr Ashok Atri said the data of the patient had been entered in the required format, and he had been isolated in the Covid area where two ventilators were set up. He added that there is no need to worry as of now. Punjab's first Covid-19 case was logged two days ago when a 51-year-old woman from Haryana's Yamunanagar tested positive at Fortis Hospital in Mohali, near here. In Haryana, state Health Minister Arti Singh Rao last week said there are four active cases of coronavirus -- two each in Gurugram and Faridabad in the national capital region. The infected have no travel history. In a statement, the minister said all four patients -- two men and two women -- have a mild form of infection and were under home quarantine. 'There has been no requirement for hospitalisation, and all patients are under regular medical supervision. All four individuals were vaccinated. A person from Gurugram district who was earlier detected with the virus has already recovered,' the minister said in a statement on May 23. She said that in view of the recent reporting of coronavirus cases in various parts of the country, the Health Department is monitoring the situation and is taking necessary steps to ensure public safety and preparedness.
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Follow all Covid safety guidelines: Haryana health minister
Haryana health minister Arti Singh Rao on Wednesday urged the public and healthcare officials to remain vigilant and proactive about the spread of Covid-19 infections. She emphasised that public health and safety is the government's top also said timely action and strict adherence to preventive measures can significantly curb the spread of the virus, and that there is no need to panic. A total of 16 Covid cases have been reported in Haryana recently. In response to a query on Covid cases in Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini too, on Wednesday, said that the health department is fully prepared to handle the situation.
Hans India
6 days ago
- Health
- Hans India
40-year-old man, who tested positive for Covid-19, dies in Chandigarh
Chandigarh: A 40-year-old man, who had tested positive for Covid-19, died at the Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) in Chandigarh on Wednesday, officials said. This was the first case to be reported in a health facility in Chandigarh. However, hospital authorities have yet to confirm whether the patient was suffering from the latest JN.1 variant or not. The patient, originally from Uttar Pradesh's Firozabad, was referred to the GMCH from Ludhiana after testing positive for Covid-19. A day earlier, GMCH Director Dr Ashok Atri said the data of the patient had been entered in the required format, and he had been isolated in the Covid area where two ventilators were set up. He added that there is no need to worry as of now. Punjab's first Covid-19 case was logged two days ago when a 51-year-old woman from Haryana's Yamunanagar tested positive at Fortis Hospital in Mohali, near here. In Haryana, state Health Minister Arti Singh Rao last week said there are four active cases of coronavirus -- two each in Gurugram and Faridabad in the national capital region. The infected have no travel history. In a statement, the minister said all four patients -- two men and two women -- have a mild form of infection and were under home quarantine. "There has been no requirement for hospitalisation, and all patients are under regular medical supervision. All four individuals were vaccinated. A person from Gurugram district who was earlier detected with the virus has already recovered,' the minister said in a statement on May 23. She said that in view of the recent reporting of coronavirus cases in various parts of the country, the Health Department is monitoring the situation and is taking necessary steps to ensure public safety and preparedness.
