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The Hindu
6 days ago
- Health
- The Hindu
One more tests positive for COVID-19 in Arunachal Pradesh; tally rises to three
'A 51-year-old man has tested positive for COVID-19 in Arunachal Pradesh, taking the total number of infections in the current wave to three in the State,' a senior health official said on Saturday (May 31, 2025.) 'The man had undergone a rapid antigen test at Ramakrishna Mission Hospital (RKMH) in Itanagar on May 28 and was found positive for the coronavirus infection,' he said. 'Arunachal Pradesh had earlier reported two cases of the new COVID-19 variant on May 27,' State Surveillance Officer Dr. Lobsang Jampa said. 'These cases were detected through RT-PCR tests at the Virus Research and Diagnostic Laboratory (VRDL) of Tomo Riba Institute of Health and Medical Sciences (TRIHMS),' he said. A 34-year-old woman, who is in her 21st week of pregnancy, tested positive after she had developed COVID-like symptoms of fever and mild cough. The woman had arrived in Itanagar from Bengaluru on May 13. The woman's 53-year-old mother also tested positive for the infection but remained asymptomatic. Anti-dam protests spread in Arunachal Pradesh; villagers point to potential submergence of sacred Mishmi tribal cultural 'The pregnant woman is currently admitted to a hospital, while her mother has been placed under isolation,' the official said. Mr. Jampa urged the public not to panic, assuring that the new strain appears to be less severe than earlier variants. 'The Health Department is closely monitoring the situation and taking all necessary precautions to prevent the spread of the virus. We are also tracing all possible contacts the two women may have had,' he added. He noted that a comprehensive public health advisory will be issued soon after consultation with the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) in Delhi. 'So far, the State Health Department has tested four samples, of which three have been found positive,' the official added.
India Today
28-05-2025
- Health
- India Today
Covid cases rise in Noida, 1st infection recorded in Arunachal in current wave
The Covid is again on the rise in certain parts of India, with fresh cases surfacing in Noida, Arunachal Pradesh, Lucknow, Karnataka, and Thane. Noida has 19 active patients, all of them having mild symptoms. Arunachal Pradesh has reported its first case in the current wave—a mother-daughter duo—and Lucknow its first case in 2025, courtesy of the JN.1 sub-variant. Karnataka has reported 36 new cases in a day, and 24 infections in Maharashtra's city of Thane. Even a suspected Covid death in Agra has brought the focus back on tests and surveillance efforts. Here's a listicle of the latest developments: advertisementNoida has reported 19 active Covid cases, comprising 11 women and 8 men. According to Dr Tikam Singh, Deputy Chief Medical Officer, all patients are experiencing only mild symptoms such as the common cold and are currently in home isolation. The district health department is conducting contact tracing and reviewing travel histories. Antigen testing camps will be set up at the district hospital, and patient samples have been sent for genome sequencing. Authorities have advised residents to wear masks and avoid crowded places. Arunachal Pradesh has reported its first Covid cases in the ongoing wave. A 34-year-old pregnant woman who arrived in Itanagar from Bengaluru on May 13 tested positive via RT-PCR after earlier showing symptoms of mild cough and fever. Her 53-year-old mother also tested positive but remains asymptomatic. The woman is hospitalised while her mother is in isolation. State Surveillance Officer Dr Lobsang Jampa confirmed the cases and said the new strain appears less severe. advertisement In Uttar Pradesh, A 78-year-old Firozabad resident, who was admitted to an Agra hospital for a hip fracture and head injury, died after testing positive for COVID-19. While the cause of death remains uncertain, health officials noted that he was also suffering from multiple serious health conditions. Lucknow reported its first COVID-19 case of 2025 linked to the JN.1 sub-variant. Uttar Pradesh logged 10 new cases in the past 24 hours, taking the state's active tally to 30. Karnataka reported 36 new infections on Tuesday, raising the state's active cases to 100. The daily positivity rate stands at 9.44%. Doctors and health workers have been instructed to wear masks. Thane city added 24 new cases. Nine patients are hospitalised, and 46 are under home quarantine. One patient with diabetes-related complications died last week. Additionally, AIIMS Patna reported seven positive cases among healthcare workers, including a doctor and a nurse, who are under medical supervision. The Indian Medical Association – Karnataka State Branch has issued advisories to doctors amid rising cases. New Omicron sub-variants NB.1.8.1 and LF.7, classified by the WHO as variants under monitoring, have been detected in India. Hotspot states currently include Kerala, Maharashtra, Delhi, and Karnataka, with mild increases in Tamil Nadu and Gujarat. Delhi Health Minister Pankaj Jain said that the latest variants resemble viral fevers with symptoms of common cold and cough. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah also on Monday told officials there is no need to panic, but stressed the importance of being fully prepared. Tune InMust Watch IN THIS STORY#Covid-19
Time of India
28-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Arunachal reports first Covid-19 case of current wave
Itanagar: Arunachal Pradesh has reported its first Covid-19 case of the current wave, a senior health department official said on Wednesday. State Surveillance Officer Lobsang Jampa said a mother and daughter tested positive for the infection through the RT-PCR test on Tuesday. A 34-year-old pregnant woman had initially tested positive through a Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) here on Monday after complaining of fever and mild cough. "We conducted the RT-PCR test on Tuesday to confirm the infection, and it came back positive," Jampa said, adding, she had arrived in Itanagar from Bengaluru on May 13. The woman's 53-year-old mother also tested positive for Covid-19 via the RT-PCR test, but she remains asymptomatic, the official said. The pregnant woman is undergoing treatment in hospital, while her mother has been kept in isolation. Jampa urged people not to panic, stating that the new strain is not as severe as the previous variants. "The health department is closely monitoring the situation and taking all necessary precautions to prevent further spread of the virus," he said. He also said a detailed public health advisory will be issued soon after consultation with the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) in Delhi.
Time of India
28-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Arunachal Pradesh reports first Covid-19 case of current wave
NEW DELHI: Arunachal Pradesh reported its first Covid-19 case of the current wave as a mother-daughter duo tested positive through RT-PCR on Tuesday, confirmed state surveillance officer Lobsang Jampa. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The cases were detected in Itanagar when a 34-year-old pregnant woman and her 53-year-old mother tested positive. The pregnant woman initially tested positive through a Rapid Antigen Test on Monday after experiencing fever and mild cough. She had traveled to Itanagar from Bengaluru on May 13. "We conducted the RT-PCR test on Tuesday to confirm the infection, and it came back positive," Jampa said. The woman's mother also tested positive but remains asymptomatic. While the pregnant woman is receiving hospital treatment, her mother has been placed in isolation. "The health department is closely monitoring the situation and taking all necessary precautions to prevent further spread of the virus," Jampa stated. Jampa urged the public not to panic, noting that the new strain is not as severe as previous variants. Health officials will soon release a detailed public health advisory after consulting with the National Centre for Disease Control in Delhi.
The Hindu
28-05-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Arunachal Pradesh reports first Covid-19 case of current wave
Arunachal Pradesh has reported its first COVID-19 case of the current wave, a senior health department official said on Wednesday (May 28, 2025). State Surveillance Officer Lobsang Jampa said a mother and daughter tested positive for the infection through the RT-PCR test on Tuesday (May 27, 2025). A 34-year-old pregnant woman had initially tested positive through a Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) in Itanagar on Monday (May 26, 2025) after complaining of fever and mild cough. 'We conducted the RT-PCR test on Tuesday (May 27, 2025) to confirm the infection, and it came back positive,' Mr. Jampa said, adding she had arrived in Itanagar from Bengaluru on May 13, 2025. The woman's 53-year-old mother also tested positive for COVID-19 via the RT-PCR test, but she remains asymptomatic, the official said. The pregnant woman is undergoing treatment in hospital, while her mother has been kept in isolation. Mr. Jampa urged people not to panic, stating that the new strain is not as severe as the previous variants. 'The health department is closely monitoring the situation and taking all necessary precautions to prevent further spread of the virus,' he said. He also said a detailed public health advisory will be issued soon after consultation with the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) in Delhi.
