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Time of India
2 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Mayo sends 2 Covid samples to Neeri for genome sequencing
1 2 Nagpur: Days after two patients with comorbidities died at a private and a govt hospital recently, Indira Gandhi Government Medical College and Hospital (IGGMCH) forwarded samples of two Covid patients for genome sequencing to Neeri lab on Wednesday. IGGMCH officials said these samples belong to their employees who tested positive and have recovered. No new Covid case was reported on Tuesday and the city now has only two active Covid patients who are under home isolation. The NMC too is likely to send samples of the two recent Covid victims for genome sequencing. NMC medical officer (health) Dr Deepak Selokar told TOI that all health workers have been kept on alert and testing would be scaled up if needed. "Samples of influenza-like illness (ILI) patients are collected and sent to medical colleges for testing. But currently there is no surge of ILI patients. We had just 10 Covid cases in May and two active patients at present," he said. Dr Selokar added that the deceased patients had underlying health conditions, yet it was decided to consider such mortalities as Covid deaths if the tests are positive. "One of the patients' samples was taken on the day he died at GMCH. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Esta nueva alarma con cámara es casi regalada en San Nicolás De Los Arroyos (ver precio) Verisure Undo The other patient, a woman, had diabetes and renal failure. She started showing symptoms of respiratory infection, and hence her sample was taken, which tested positive. Accordingly, we updated the deaths on the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP) portal," he said. Dr Sunita Sharma, Director General of Health Services, held a review meeting with representatives of Disaster Management Cell, Emergency Management Response Cell, National Centre for Disease Control, Indian Council of Medical Research, IDSP, and Central Government Hospitals in Delhi, along with representatives from all states and UTs, to evaluate the current Covid-19 situation and preparedness measures. The participants concurred that most cases are mild and managed under home care. Forty-four Covid deaths have been reported since January this year primarily among individuals with pre-existing illnesses. State and district surveillance units under IDSP are closely monitoring ILI and severe acute respiratory illness (SARI) patients. Testing is recommended for all hospitalised SARI cases and 5% of ILI cases as per guidelines. Positive SARI samples are sent for whole genome sequencing through the ICMR-VRDL network.
Time of India
28-04-2025
- Health
- Time of India
City hospitals set up cold wards to combat heatwave
Nagpur: The Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) has set up dedicated cold wards in 10 government hospitals to combat heat-related illnesses . Municipal commissioner and administrator Dr Abhijeet Chaudhari has issued directives to both public and private healthcare providers to remain alert. "Our priority is to ensure that no life is lost due to heat," said a senior NMC official. Specially designated cold wards have been activated at the Government Medical College and Hospital (Medical), Indira Gandhi Government Medical College and Hospital (Mayo), Government Ayurvedic Hospital, Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Hospital on Kamptee Road, and other prominent facilities. NMC-run centers like Indira Gandhi Hospital in Gandhinagar and Pachpaoli Maternity Hospital have also been roped in to provide immediate relief. Ambulances under the 108 emergency service, along with those operated by the NMC, are on standby around the clock, ready to rush heat stroke patients to care centers without delay. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Don't Miss The Top Packaging Trends Of 2025 Enhance Your Brand With The Latest Insights Packaging Machines | Search Ads Search Now Undo Private hospitals have also been urged to remain on high alert. Letters from the municipal body have instructed them not only to treat patients promptly but also to report each case to the NMC's health department. Hospitals without their cold wards have been encouraged to seek support from the civic body to ensure no patient is left unattended. "Our teams are closely monitoring the situation. Every summer, we gather daily reports from private hospitals on cases of heat-related illnesses. This year, with temperatures soaring, our vigilance is even tighter," NMC's medical health officer, Dr Deepak Selokar told TOI.
