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Hindustan Times
05-06-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
3 more Covid deaths in the state, toll rises to 17
Mumbai: Maharashtra reported three more Covid-related deaths, bringing the total death toll this year to 17 on June 4. The fatalities have been reported in multiple cities: Mumbai (4), Kalyan-Dombivli (3), Navi Mumbai (3), Thane (1), Nagpur (2), Kolhapur (2), and one each from Satara and Sangli. On June 4, the state recorded 105 new Covid-19 cases, with the highest daily numbers from Pune (33) and Mumbai (32). With this, Maharashtra's total number of Covid infections in 2025 has reached 1,064—of which over 50% (541 cases) are from Mumbai. Notably, Mumbai saw a major surge of cases in May, contributing 535 of the total cases this year, with 526 active Covid cases in the state currently. Most of the infected patients have presented with mild symptoms. The state continues to test patients under the Influenza-like Illness (ILI) and Severe Acute Respiratory Infections (SARI) surveillance strategy. A detailed analysis of the deceased shows that 16 of the 17 patients had comorbidities such as chronic kidney disease, heart disease, diabetes, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), hypertension, or immunosuppressive conditions. Recent fatalities include a 76-year-old man from Kalyan-Dombivli with cancer, and a 79-year-old woman from Navi Mumbai with diabetes, hypertension, and a brain stroke. In response to the rising cases, the director general of health services convened a national-level meeting with all the states. Health departments have been instructed to remain prepared for any surge in infections. States have been advised to stock essential medicines, oxygen, isolation beds, and ventilators. Mock drills are to be conducted at treatment centers. Additionally, health authorities have been directed to test 5% of patients with respiratory illnesses for Covid-19. Positive samples are to be sent for genome sequencing to monitor for any emerging variants. Officials have assured that testing and treatment facilities remain available at public hospitals and have urged citizens not to panic.
The Hindu
02-06-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Maharashtra records 873 COVID-19 cases since January, 10 deaths reported
Maharashtra has reported a significant rise in COVID-19 cases, with the total number of infections recorded in the State since January reaching 873, according to the Public Health Department. Ten deaths linked to COVID-19 have also been reported, officials said on Monday (June 2. Of the ten fatalities, nine patients had underlying health conditions such as interstitial lung disease (ILD), diabetes, paralysis, and nephrotic syndrome. One patient succumbed to symptoms of fever and breathlessness. On Monday, the State recorded 59 new COVID-19 cases, distributed across several districts: Mumbai (20), Thane (4), Pune (1), Pune Municipal Corporation (17), Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (2), Satara (2), Kolhapur (2), Sangli (1), Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (1), Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation (7), and Akola Municipal Corporation (2). Of the total cases, 369 patients have recovered, while 494 remain active. Mumbai alone has recorded 483 cases this year, with 477 of them detected in the month of May. The State has conducted 12,011 COVID-19 tests since January. According to the Public Health Department, COVID-19 cases continue to be reported in other parts of the country and internationally. Genome sequencing of samples is being carried out by the National Institute of Virology (NIV) and B.J. Medical College, Pune. Additionally, surveillance surveys for Influenza-like Illness (ILI) and Severe Acute Respiratory Infection (SARI) are underway in the State, with patients under these categories being tested for COVID-19.
The Hindu
29-05-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Maharashtra sees a surge in COVID cases with 86 new cases reported, 6 dead
With the surge in COVID cases, the Public Health Department of Maharashtra confirmed 86 new cases of COVID on Wednesday (May 28, 2025), raising the total cases to 521 across the State from January. Meanwhile, six patients, who had underlying health conditions, died of COVID. One patient died of fever and breathlessness. 'The five patients died from comorbidities, having underlying conditions such as nephrotic syndrome, cancer, cerebrovascular disease, diabetic ketoacidosis, interstitial lung disease,' said a State health official. According to the department, so far, 132 patients have recovered, and 383 cases are active. Since January, Mumbai has recorded 352 cases, out of which 346 alone were found positive in May. On 28 May, Mumbai in Maharashtra reported 36 new positive cases, while 24 in Thane, 9 in Pune, 3 in Chinchwad, 4 in Navi Mumbai and Pimpri-4, 2 in Kalyan and Ahmednagar, 1 in Nagpur and Raigad each. The Public Health Department has conducted 8,868 tests since January. According to the health department, COVID cases are being reported in other states and countries as well. The National Institute of Virology (NIV) and BJ Medical College, Pune, are conducting genome sequencing of COVID samples. Currently, ILI(Influenza-like Illness) and SARI(Severe Acute Respiratory Infection) surveys are underway in Maharashtra for COVID. In that survey, such patients are tested for COVID.
The Hindu
26-05-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Rise in COVID Cases: 43 new cases recorded in Mumbai, 4 died
With the rise in COVID cases, the Public Health Department of Maharashtra confirmed 43 new patients of COVID on Sunday (May 26, 2025), raising the total cases to 300 across the State from January, while four patients, who have died of COVID in the State, had underlying health conditions. 'The four patients suffering from comorbidities, one of these patients had hypocalcaemia seizures with nephrotic syndrome, the second patient had cancer, the third patient had a brain stroke (Cerebrovascular Disease) and was having fits, and the fourth patient had diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA with LRTI),' stated a health official. Among 43 new patients, 35 cases were registered in Mumbai, seven in Pune Municipal Corporation, and one in Pune Rural. The active patients on Sunday (May 26, 2025) were 209, while 87 patients recovered, as per the data provided by the health department. The total number of patients reported in Mumbai since January 2025 was 248. From January to May, there was a sudden spike in the cases in May, as in January, only one COVID case was reported, while in May, 242 cases were reported. The Public Health Department has conducted 7389 tests since January. According to the health department, COVID cases are being reported in other states and countries as well. The National Institute of Virology (NIV) and BJ Medical College, Pune, are conducting genome sequencing of COVID samples. Currently, ILI (Influenza-like Illness) and SARI (Severe Acute Respiratory Infection) surveys are underway in Maharashtra for COVID. In that survey, such patients are tested for COVID.
New Indian Express
25-05-2025
- Health
- New Indian Express
Karnataka records nearly 100 Covid-19 cases
BENGALURU: With nine new COVID-19 cases reported on Sunday, Karnataka's total Covid cases have nearly marked a century. While there were no deaths, the state in the last 24 hours reported a positivity rate of 8.65%. Currently, of the total 47 active cases statewide, 46 are isolating at home and one is admitted to a private hospital. In the last 24 hours, 104 tests were done, including RT-PCR and rapid antigen tests. To keep a closer watch on the virus, the State Health Department said it will increase daily RT-PCR testing to 150-200 across Karnataka, following recommendations from the Covid Technical Advisory Committee to step up COVID-19 surveillance. From Sunday, Karnataka also began testing for Severe Acute Respiratory Infection(SARI) cases. Moreover, individuals in high-risk groups, such as the elderly, children, and pregnant women, with symptoms of Influenza-like Illness (ILI) will also be tested at both government and private hospitals. As the number of covid cases remains relatively low, covid testing is concentrated at centres equipped with Viral Research and Diagnostic Laboratories (VRDL). In Bengaluru, key institutions such as NIMHANS, Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute (BMCRI) and National Institute of Virology (NIV) are among the 10 centres designated as Covid testing centres. Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao clarified that while the overall situation is not alarming, precautionary measures are being intensified to ensure the state remains prepared. 'The current state does not require panic or restrictions. Officials and experts are monitoring continuously. Any further decisions will be taken in consultation with the central government,' he said.
