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2 days ago
- Health
- Hans India
Govt axes diet contractor over food poisoning incident at IMH
Hyderabad: Taking serious note of a food poisoning incident that has already claimed one life, the State Government has terminated the services of the diet contractor at the Institute of Mental Health (IMH) in Erragadda, Hyderabad. During the Telangana Formation Day celebrations on Monday, June 2, sweets distributed to inmates at IMH resulted in a significant food poisoning outbreak, affecting 92 individuals and leading to one fatality. The hospital's Non-DC ward, where the sweets were served, experienced a rapid increase in reports of nausea, vomiting, and discomfort. A total of 74 patients remained under observation at IMH, while 18 were transferred to Osmania General Hospital for further treatment. Hospital officials reported that the patients are in a stable condition. Health Minister Damodar Raja Narasimha visited IMH on Wednesday to assess the situation and inquire about the care being provided to the affected patients. He stated that the victims are receiving improved medical care and that the health status of all individuals who became ill is currently stable. Eighteen of the more severely ill patients have been transferred to Osmania Hospital. Six medical teams, including those from Gandhi and Osmania Hospitals, are overseeing the care of the remaining patients. Doctors reassured that the patients' conditions are not life-threatening, and they expect them to make a recovery within the next two days, as shared by Raja Narasimha. The Minister announced the formation of a committee to investigate the incident, affirming that appropriate actions will be taken against those found responsible once the report is submitted. He also mentioned that a case has been filed at the local police station concerning the incident, and authorities are still in the process of identifying the deceased.
New Indian Express
27-05-2025
- Health
- New Indian Express
Minister Damodar Rajanarasimha reviews Covid-19 status, monsoon disease preparedness in Telangana
HYDERABAD: Health officials informed Health Minister Damodar Rajanarasimha during a review meeting on Monday that, based on available data and ongoing research, there is no current danger from Covid-19. They assured the minister that there is no need for panic, as herd immunity has already been achieved across the state and the country. Raja Narasimha convened a high-level review meeting at the Secretariat to assess the Covid-19 situation and preparedness for the prevention and control of seasonal diseases in the state. Subject experts briefed the minister on Covid-19 trends both nationally and globally. They said, according to current data, the situation remains under control and does not pose any significant public health threat. Although some countries have reported a sporadic rise in cases, hospitalisation rates remain negligible. The experts advised that individuals with comorbidities or compromised immunity should exercise caution, though there is no cause for widespread public concern. They further noted that the country has largely achieved herd immunity, which is helping stabilise the situation. Asymptomatic and silent transmissions are occasionally observed but tend to subside without significant impact. Regarding preparedness for seasonal illnesses ahead of the monsoon, the health minister stressed the need for an advanced surveillance system to monitor acute respiratory infections and vector-borne diseases such as dengue, chikungunya and typhoid. He suggested collaboration with institutions including CCMB, CDFD, NIN-ICMR, AIIMS Bibinagar and NIMS. He directed officials to strengthen seasonal illness preparedness, including sanitation, vector control and district-level coordination, to be undertaken proactively ahead of the monsoon. With agricultural activity increasing during the season, the minister also flagged the potential rise in snake and scorpion bite incidents. He instructed all healthcare facilities, from Primary Health Centres to teaching hospitals, to be equipped with adequate antivenom and supportive medication.
