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NDTV
3 hours ago
- Health
- NDTV
Active Covid-19 Cases Cross 300-Mark In Karnataka, Authorities On Alert
Bengaluru: Karnataka's Health and Family Welfare Department has said in an official statement that the number of active Covid-19 cases crossed the 300-mark in the state. As the most of the schools reopened on Monday after summer vacations, the authorities are on high alert. The number of total active Covid-19 patients reached 311, with 87 persons testing positive for the infection in the last 24 hours, the Health and Family Welfare department said on Monday. As many as 504 persons were tested across the state. A total of 29 persons were discharged during the same period. The Covid-positivity rate stood at 17.2 per cent and case fatality rate is zero per cent. Among the total 311 patients, 297 are kept in home quarantine and 14 admitted to hospitals, three are in Intensive Care Units of the government and private hospitals. Amid the fear of Covid-19, the authorities are worried over the increasing number of the Severe Acute Respiratory Infection (SARI) and influenza cases. According to sources in the Health department, the total number of SARI and influenza cases have increased to 4,536 cases in the state since January this year. In the last week, 154 SARI cases have been reported in the state. The officials said that they are seeing a trend of steep rise in number of such cases. The government is arranging for Covid-19 tests for the patients affected with SARI and influenza. The doctors have warned people not to neglect the symptoms of fever, cough, fatigue, nose blockage, running nose, headache, breathing issues, and throat pain. The capital Bengaluru continues to be hotspot for Covid-19 as most active cases are reported from here. Meanwhile, State Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao said that the Gruha Arogya Yojana (Home Health Scheme) is being expanded across the state, with 14 non-communicable diseases included for screening under the programme. The Minister added that non-communicable diseases pose a significant threat to people's lives. While the private healthcare sector prioritises treatment, it is crucial to prevent non-communicable diseases proactively. He emphasised that the government should undertake this task, as others may not show interest. As a responsible government, the State Health Department is expanding the Gruha Arogya Yojana statewide to prevent non-communicable diseases, the Minister said. Minister Rao also added that the programme will screen individuals aged above 30 years in every household and ensure that appropriate medicines reach them. The project was implemented in Kolar district initially.
The Hindu
7 hours ago
- 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.
New Indian Express
2 days ago
- Health
- New Indian Express
MGMGH opens Covid-19 ward but no cases in district yet
TIRUCHY: Amid an increase in Covid-19 cases across the country, a 12-bed Covid-19 isolation ward has been set up at the Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Government Hospital (MGMGH) as a precautionary measure. Although no confirmed cases of the viral disease has been reported in the district so far, the move to open the isolation ward comes as fever cases are being more intensely monitored across the state. The Directorate of Public Health and Preventive Medicine has instructed all district and city health officers to step up surveillance of Influenza-Like Illness (ILI) and Severe Acute Respiratory Infection (SARI). According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), the dominant SARS-CoV-2 variant as of May 2025, NB.1.8.1, is more transmissible but does not typically cause severe disease. Covid-19 is now considered endemic, and many cases are being identified incidentally through broad respiratory virus testing.
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Karnataka reports third Covid-19 fatality amid rise in cases
A 63-year-old man who had tested positive for Covid-19 died at a private hospital in Mysuru on May 25, pushing Karnataka's coronavirus death toll to three, health officials confirmed on Friday. The patient was admitted on May 15 and succumbed ten days later. A statement from the state health department attributed the death to septic shock complicated by multiple organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS), acute kidney injury (AKI) with reduced urine output, Covid pneumonia with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), and hyponatremia. He also suffered from chronic kidney disease (CKD) and bronchiectasis. (Also Read: 67 dead as record-breaking rainfall batters Karnataka, over 19 lakh at risk: Report) As of May 30, Karnataka has 234 active Covid-19 cases, with 114 new cases reported on the same day, according to the health bulletin. A total of 460 tests were conducted, including 406 RT-PCR and 54 rapid antigen tests. The test positivity rate stood at 24.7 per cent, with a case fatality rate of 0.8 per cent. Health officials reiterated that Covid-19 testing must be carried out in all Severe Acute Respiratory Infection (SARI) cases and selectively—up to 5 per cent, among Influenza-Like Illness (ILI) cases. Throat swab samples must be sent to designated labs for RT-PCR confirmation. The department also directed all testing to be done in government laboratories and emphasized that test kits must be used on a First-In-First-Out (FIFO) basis to prevent wastage. (Also Read: 6-year-old girl killed as heavy downpour causes landslides in Coastal Karnataka)
The Hindu
4 days ago
- Health
- The Hindu
76 new COVID-19 cases come to light in Maharashtra
As many as 76 new COVID-19 cases were reported in Maharashtra on Thursday (May 30, 2025), the state public health department said. The total of cases reported in the state since January 1, thus, rose to 597, it said in a release. There are 425 active patients at present while 165 patients have recovered. Seven patients have died since January, of which six were suffering from co-morbidities, the release said. Of the new cases, 27 were detected in Mumbai, 21 in Pune, 12 in Thane Municipal Corporation limits, eight in Kalyan Municipal Corporation, four in Navi Mumbai, one in Kolhapur Municipal Corporation, one in Ahilyanagar Municipal Corporation and two in Raigad district. The total number of patients reported in Mumbai since January 2025 is 379, said the department. One COVID-19 positive case each was reported in January and February, no cases were reported in March, four were detected in April, and 373 in May. Since January, 9,592 COVID-19 tests were conducted in the State. All the patients who have recovered suffered from mild infections, officials said. The deceased patients suffered from ailments such as hypocalcemic seizures with nephrotic syndrome, kidney disease, brain stroke (cerebrovascular disease), diabetic ketoacidosis, interstitial lung disease and diabetes. A sporadic increase in the number of coronavirus patients is being seen in other states and some other countries too, the release said. Currently, ILI (Influenza like Illness) and SARI (Severe Acute Respiratory Infection) survey is going on in Maharashtra for coronavirus. Adequate coronavirus testing and treatment facilities are available in the state and the people should not panic, the health department said.
