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The Hindu
2 days ago
- Health
- The Hindu
Do not send children with fever, cough, cold and other symptoms to school: Karnataka govt
As the number of Covid-19 cases in Karnataka is increasing, the Department of School Education and Literacy (DSEL) has advised that if children have fever, cough, cold and other symptoms, they should not be sent to school. They should be given appropriate treatment as per the doctor's advice, and should be quarantined at home. The Commissioner of Public Instruction, who has issued a circular regarding the precautionary measures to be taken in all government, aided and unaided schools across Karnataka for the prevention and control of Covid-19 pandemic, has said that children should be sent to school only after they have recovered from fever, cough, cold and other symptoms Schools across Karnataka have resumed for the 2025-26 academic year. In the current Covid-19 pandemic situation, it is necessary to take some precautionary measures in the interest of students. If children with symptoms come to school, the parents should be informed and such children should be sent home safely with their parents, the circular states. If teaching and non-teaching staff are found to have symptoms, necessary precautionary measures, such as hygiene, hand washing and being careful while coughing and sneezing, and Covid-19 Appropriate Behaviour (CAB) should be followed. D. Shashikumar, General Secretary of Associated Managements of Schools in Karnataka (KAMS), said, 'For the safety of children, we have been instructed to follow Covid-19 precautionary measures in all schools under our organisation. Accordingly, all our schools have been sanitised. Parents have been advised not to send children with fever, cough and cold and other problems to schools. All the instructions issued by the government in this regard from time to time will be followed without fail.'
Time of India
3 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Health first in classrooms
ICU India's Covid cases rise The health department has issued health guidelines for school children. Schools were advised not to send children exhibiting symptoms such as fever, cough, cold, or other related signs to school. Such children should receive appropriate medical advice and treatment before returning. Only after complete recovery should they be allowed back to school. If a child with these symptoms arrives at school, parents must be informed immediately and the child sent home. Similarly, if teachers or other school staff show any such symptoms, they must follow proper precautionary measures. Schools are also instructed to strictly enforce preventive practices such as hand hygiene and cough etiquette in line with Covid-19 Appropriate Behaviour (CAB) has recorded its second Covid-related death this season and the fourth overall in Karnataka, with the other fatalities reported from Mysuru and Belagavi earlier. According to the Covid bulletin released on Saturday, a 63-year-old man from Bengaluru, who was undergoing post-operative chemotherapy for squamous cell carcinoma along with pulmonary tuberculosis, passed away on May 29 at a private hospital. He was admitted on May 21. The health department clarified that the cause of death was sagittal sinus and internal jugular vein thrombosis, accompanied by cancer cachexia, with Covid-19 detected the same day, Karnataka reported 58 new Covid cases, registering a test positivity rate of 13.8%. Currently, seven patients are hospitalised across the state, with one in theand the others in general wards.
Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Karnataka issues fresh Covid-19 guidelines for schools ahead of reopening. Check details here
With schools across Karnataka set to reopen in June, the state government has rolled out a new set of Covid-19 safety guidelines to protect students and staff amid a gradual uptick in cases. The decision was taken following a high-level review meeting chaired by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on May 26. (Also Read: Karnataka reports third Covid-19 fatality amid rise in cases) The directive, applicable to both government and private schools, urges institutions to stay alert and prioritize the early detection and isolation of symptomatic individuals. Children showing signs of fever, cough, or cold should not be sent to school and must receive medical attention, according to the advisory. Return to school will be permitted only after full recovery. Schools have been instructed to monitor students daily and ensure any child developing symptoms during school hours is sent home promptly. In such cases, parents must be notified without delay. The guidelines also extend to teachers and non-teaching staff, who are advised to refrain from coming to school if they feel unwell. In addition to screening, schools must enforce Covid-19 Appropriate Behaviour (CAB), including regular handwashing, respiratory hygiene, and mask etiquette wherever needed. Authorities have stressed the need for strict implementation of these measures to avoid the risk of outbreaks. The precautionary steps come amid a modest rise in Covid-19 cases across Karnataka. As per data from the Department of Health and Family Welfare, the state recorded 114 new cases in the last 24 hours, taking the cumulative total since January 2025 to over 360 cases. Health officials also confirmed a Covid-related death on May 25, a 62-year-old man in Mysuru with underlying health conditions. He succumbed to complications arising from Covid pneumonia, septic shock, and multiple organ dysfunction, alongside hyponatremia (low sodium levels). (Also Read: Manivannan takes over as BDA commissioner, Mohandas Pai calls him 'action-oriented')
Mint
24-05-2025
- Health
- Mint
Covid-19: Karnataka minister says ‘no need for special measures', urges people not to panic
Karnataka health minister Dinesh Gundu Rao on Saturday urged people to not panic and continue with their duties as the state is seeing a gradual increase in Covid-19 cases. Speaking with reporters in Bengaluru, he clarified regarding the Centre's advisory, saying that it clearly states monitoring is sufficient and there is no need for special measures. 'I appeal to everyone not to panic because when you see reports in the media that Covid-19 has returned to haunt people, people get alarmed,' he said. He also appealed to the media to report an accurate picture of the Covid-19 situation and not to exaggerate the severity of the disease, which turned into a pandemic five years ago and killed thousands. Rao further said that the Karnataka government is on alert and is taking all necessary steps to keep the virus from spreading. He clarified that there are no restrictions on movement due to Covid-19, and people can move around freely. 'People can go and come from any part of the country. People can lead their lives in a normal way,' he said. Regarding the recent spike in Covid-19, Rao said there was a possibility of a sub category of coronavirus. 'It could be a sub-variant of JN 1. These were detected in Southeast Asian countries like Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia. There is no panic there in those countries as well,' the minister said. Speaking about the spike in Covid-19 cases in Kerala, Rao said that increased testing may result in increased number of cases. Dinesh Gundu Rao's comments come a day after the Karnataka government issued a statement regarding the recent spike in Covid-19 cases. In the statement issued by the health department, it was noted that of the 35 active Covid-19 cases reported in the state so far, 32 are from Bengaluru. However, no death related to Covid-19 was reported in the state. 'Although the situation is well under control, a gradual increase in cases has been observed over the last 20 days. It is therefore appropriate that the public proactively comply with Covid-19 Appropriate Behaviour (CAB),' as per the statement of the Karnataka health department. Pregnant women, children, immunocompromised individuals, and those with comorbidities have been asked to wear masks while visiting public spaces. Individuals with symptoms of Severe Acute Respiratory Illness (SARI) are advised to get tested for Covid-19 promptly, for timely treatment and to prevent further spread, officials added.
