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Hans India
28-05-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Kanipakam hosts ‘Yogandhra' initiative to spread awareness
Tirupati: Chittoor District Collector Sumit Kumar said, 'Yoga empowers breath, strengthens energy, and brings peace,' emphasising the importance of daily yoga practice for overall well-being. He was speaking at a special event organised on Tuesday at Sri Kanipakam Varasiddhi Vinayaka Swamy temple as part of Yogandhra initiative marking the 11th International Yoga Day celebrations. The programme, conducted under the auspices of the Tourism Department, witnessed the participation of several dignitaries including RD Ramana Prasad of the Tourism Department, DVM Srinivasa Rao, District Tourism Officer Gowri, and EO K Penchala Kishore. In his address, the Collector highlighted that breath control, calmness, and strength are essential for everyone, and yoga is a proven path to achieving them. 'Each one of us faces stress at some point in life. Yoga is a powerful tool to overcome stress. I urge everyone to practice yoga regularly and spread awareness about its benefits among family members and in villages,' he said. He also announced that, as per directions from both central and state governments, yoga programmes would be held throughout the district for an entire month. Apart from the district headquarters, sessions would be conducted in Kanipakam, Puligundu, Boyakonda, and Kangundi regions. On this occasion, participants performed yoga as guided by yoga master Srinivasulu Naidu. Several officials and dignitaries took part in the programme including DRDA PD Sridevi, DM&HO Dr DT Sudha Rani, other officials and local residents. Photo: Chittoor District Collector Sumit Kumar taking part in the Yogandhra programme at Kanipakam on Tuesday. Kanipakam temple EO K Penchala Kishore and Tourism Regional Director RD Ramana Prasad are seen.
Hans India
24-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Conduct yoga awareness camps
Nellore: District Collector O Anand has directed the officials to ensure for larger participation of people in Yoga Programmes scheduled from May 23 to June 21 in the district. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will also be participating in the International Yoga Day at Visakhapatnam scheduled on June 21, Collector stated during a tele conference held with the officials on Friday. Collector has ordered the ZP CEO, DM&HO, Ayush and other department officials to conduct awareness camps entire the district for one-month scheduled from 23rd May to 21st June in the district. He has also ordered the MPDOs to motivate the villagers of their respective areas about the benefits of Yoga.
Time of India
23-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Gandhi Hospital sets up special ward as Telangana confirms Covid-19 case
Hyderabad: Telangana health officials, on Friday, confirmed the city's first Covid-19 case this year after a resident of Vivekananda Nagar, Kukatpally tested positive for the virus. The patient, a pulmonologist by profession, is asymptomatic and has been following Covid isolation norms for the last five days, officials added. 'Contract tracing has been completed and till now no symptoms have been seen in his family members and others. He has fully recovered and has been advised to continue with containment measures,' Dr C Uma Gowri, district medical and health officer, Medchal-Malkajgiri district said. The DM&HO also advised people to immediately inform the health dept in case they develop a fever or other Covid symptoms. 'They can contact their nearest primary health centres (PHCs), urban primary health centres (UPHCs), Basti Dawakhanas or Palle Dawakhanas,' Dr Gowri said, however, dismissing the need to panic. 'The situation is completely under control. The health dept staff are ready to deal with any situation effectively,' the DMHO added. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Why Didn't Anyone Tell You About This Power Saver? elecTrick - Save upto 80% on Power Bill Pre-Order Undo Meanwhile, as part of its Covid preparedness — with cases resurfacing across multiple cities in India — the city's Gandhi Hospital reopened its isolation ward with a capacity of 30 beds on Friday. 'We have been setting up the ward from the past two to three days. While we received instructions from higher authorities to set up a 30-bed ward, there has been a revised instruction and the strength will be increased to 50 beds from Saturday,' said Dr Ch N Raj Kumari, the hospital superintendent. For testing purposes, people can visit Osmania General Hospital (OGH) and Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS) apart from Gandhi Hospital.
Hans India
17-05-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Tirupati had 59 dengue cases since January: DM&HO
Tirupati: On National Dengue Day, District Medical and Health Officer (DM&HO) Dr V Balakrishna Naik flagged off a dengue awareness rally from SV Medical College to SVIMS Circle. Following the rally, participants took a pledge to raise awareness and take preventive steps against the spread of dengue. Speaking at the event, Dr Naik revealed that 59 dengue cases have been reported in the district since January this year. He said that the Ministry of Health began observing National Dengue Day since 2010, aiming to educate the public before the monsoon season, when dengue cases typically rise. 'The main objective is to raise awareness before the outbreak season starts. As most cases are reported between June and September, May was chosen for this initiative,' he said. The DM&HO explained that dengue is a viral infection spread by the bite of an infected Aedes mosquito. Symptoms include high fever, joint pain, headache, and rashes, with severe cases leading to internal bleeding or even death. He warned about Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever, a serious complication that poses higher risks to children, the elderly, and those with weak immunity. He urged the public to eliminate stagnant clean water in coolers, flower pots, buckets, and water tanks where mosquitoes breed. The rally saw participation from several health officials including Dr Srinivasulu Reddy (DLATO), Dr GK Roop Kumar (Malaria Officer), Dr Murali Krishna (Dy DM&HO), ANMs, ASHA workers, and other staff.
Hans India
26-04-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Malaria cases see decline in Tirupati district: DM&HO
Tirupati: District Medical and Health Officer (DM&HO) Dr V Balakrishna Naik said that malaria cases in the district are steadily declining year by year – a development that is both encouraging and significant. He was speaking after inaugurating an awareness rally at the DM&HO office on World Malaria Day on Friday. Dr Naik stated that no malaria cases have been reported in the district from January 2025 to date. Efforts are being intensified with the goal of eliminating malaria completely by 2027. Targets include keeping the number of cases below one per 1,000 people and improving surveillance metrics like ABER (Annual Blood Examination Rate) and MBER (Monthly Blood Examination Rate). Special programmes like the Vector Control and Hygiene App have been introduced to raise awareness digitally. 'We are implementing 'Friday Dry Day' at the village and ward level to eliminate mosquito breeding sources,' Dr Naik added. Review meetings are being conducted regularly by the District Collector and health officials to monitor progress. As part of the National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme (NVBDCP), the Telangana State Government, with NHM support, is actively running campaigns against malaria, dengue, chikungunya, Japanese encephalitis, and filariasis. Malaria diagnosis and treatment services are readily available, and integrated vector control measures like indoor residual spraying (IRS) and use of long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) are ongoing with interdepartmental coordination. Dr GK Roop Kumar, District Malaria Officer, explained public awareness is being raised on preventive actions such as avoiding stagnant water, using mosquito repellents and nets, and early diagnosis using rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs).
