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The Hindu
19 hours ago
- Health
- The Hindu
Jayadeva hospital in Bengaluru gets new cathlab worth ₹7 crore
The State-run Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences in Bengaluru got a new cathlab worth ₹7 crore under a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative. The new Cathlab, donated by the ICICI Foundation as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, was inaugurated by Medical Education Minister Sharan Prakash Patil on May 31. Apart from Jayadeva Director K. S. Ravindranath, several representatives of ICICI Foundation, including Venkatesh B.K., Head of Operations – Pan India, S. Girish, Regional Head – South India, and Tripthi Pradhan, Zonal Head – Health Care Ecosystem, were part of the inaugural event.
The Hindu
7 days ago
- Health
- The Hindu
COVID-19: Karnataka records 36 positive cases
Karnataka recorded a total of 36 COVID-19 cases on Tuesday (May 27, 2025), pushing the State's active cases count to 100. According to a bulletin issued by the Health Department, while the positivity rate in the last 24 hours is 9.44%, total tests done in Karnataka in the last 24 hours is 381. This included 361 RTPCR tests. Earlier in the day, Karnataka Medical Education Minister Sharan Prakash Patil said doctors and health workers have been instructed to wear masks. He also said there is no reason for the public to panic, as the government has taken all necessary precautionary measures.
New Indian Express
7 days ago
- Health
- New Indian Express
Covid cases rise, situation under control, says Karnataka Minister
BENGALURU: With Covid cases rising steadily across the state, Medical Education Minister Sharan Prakash Patil on Tuesday instructed health officials to collect data on the availability of beds, oxygen, ventilators and essential medicines. Testing facilities have been activated across Bengaluru and guidelines issued as schools prepare to reopen. Patil said while cases are increasing, the situation is under control and there is no need to panic. 'Instructions have been given to check and submit data on oxygen, beds and ventilators. We have ensured that testing for Severe Acute Respiratory Infection (SARI) cases is in place. Labs are well-equipped and ready,' he said. Patil said that a spike in seasonal illnesses is being seen due to changing weather and heavy rain, adding to the state's health burden. He said most people have already been vaccinated and the state is prepared to coordinate with the Union Health Ministry for additional vaccines, if needed. 'Pregnant women and elderly citizens should use masks in crowded places,' he added. With schools set to reopen after summer holidays, Patil asked parents not to send their children if they are unwell. 'If a child shows any symptoms during school hours, they must be sent home. Schools must remain cautious,' he said.
India Gazette
7 days ago
- Health
- India Gazette
Covid situation under control, schools and public advised caution: Karnataka medical education minister
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 28 (ANI): Amid rising concerns over COVID cases, Karnataka Minister Dr Sharan Prakash Patil has instructed state run medical colleges and hospitals as well as doctors and health workers to be prepared to handle a spike in Covid positive cases 'There is no reason for the public to panic, as the government has taken all necessary precautionary measures, said Dr. Sharan Prakash Patil, minister for medical education, skill development, livelihood, and Raichur district in-charge. Speaking to media persons on Tuesdsay after a COVID-19 preparedness meeting with all the directors of state-run medical colleges and hospitals at Vikas Soudha in Bengaluru, the minister reassured citizens, saying 'COVID cases are increasing daily, but there is no need for undue worry. Pregnant women should use masks. The government is fully prepared. People should also cooperate with us,' he stated. As schools are set to reopen after summer vacation, he advised that students showing symptoms of fever, cold or cough should not be sent to school. If children develop symptoms during school hours, parents should be contacted and the child sent home immediately. 'We must conduct testing for all SARI (Severe Acute Respiratory Infection) cases. I've held meetings with directors of all medical education hospitals. We've arranged labs and testing will be done across four divisions. Instructions have been given to collect data on oxygen beds and ventilators,' he said. With a possible spike in COVID cases expected in Bengaluru and across Karnataka, the minister advised elderly citizens and pregnant women to use masks in crowded places. Children showing cold or flu-like symptoms should not attend school. 'Despite rising cases, masks are not mandatory for everyone. Only those with fever, cold or cough need to wear them. We're monitoring the situation closely. This time, heavy rains and changing weather are also causing seasonal illness,' said Dr. Patil. Bengaluru is witnessing the highest number of new COVID cases in the state. However, the infection is not spreading rapidly. 'There is no need for panic if people follow government guidelines. Most people are already vaccinated. If necessary, we'll coordinate with the Union Health Ministry to procure more vaccines,' he assured. Even as cases increase, there is no cause for alarm. Testing facilities should be kept ready. As a precaution, health workers must wear masks. Instructions have been given to check the availability of medicines and oxygen beds and to submit reports accordingly. Mohammed Moshin, principal secretary, medical education, and Dr Sujatha Rathod, Director of Medical Education, were present on the occassion. (ANI)
Time of India
7 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Covid situation under control, schools and public advised caution: Karnataka medical education minister
Amid rising concerns over COVID cases, Karnataka Minister Dr Sharan Prakash Patil has instructed state run medical colleges and hospitals as well as doctors and health workers to be prepared to handle a spike in Covid positive cases "There is no reason for the public to panic, as the government has taken all necessary precautionary measures, said Dr. Sharan Prakash Patil, minister for medical education, skill development, livelihood, and Raichur district in-charge. Speaking to media persons on Tuesdsay after a COVID-19 preparedness meeting with all the directors of state-run medical colleges and hospitals at Vikas Soudha in Bengaluru, the minister reassured citizens, saying "COVID cases are increasing daily, but there is no need for undue worry. Pregnant women should use masks. The government is fully prepared. People should also cooperate with us," he stated. As schools are set to reopen after summer vacation, he advised that students showing symptoms of fever, cold or cough should not be sent to school. If children develop symptoms during school hours, parents should be contacted and the child sent home immediately. "We must conduct testing for all SARI (Severe Acute Respiratory Infection) cases. I've held meetings with directors of all medical education hospitals. We've arranged labs and testing will be done across four divisions. Instructions have been given to collect data on oxygen beds and ventilators," he said. Live Events With a possible spike in COVID cases expected in Bengaluru and across Karnataka, the minister advised elderly citizens and pregnant women to use masks in crowded places. Children showing cold or flu-like symptoms should not attend school. "Despite rising cases, masks are not mandatory for everyone. Only those with fever, cold or cough need to wear them. We're monitoring the situation closely. This time, heavy rains and changing weather are also causing seasonal illness," said Dr. Patil. Bengaluru is witnessing the highest number of new COVID cases in the state. However, the infection is not spreading rapidly. "There is no need for panic if people follow government guidelines. Most people are already vaccinated. If necessary, we'll coordinate with the Union Health Ministry to procure more vaccines," he assured. Even as cases increase, there is no cause for alarm. Testing facilities should be kept ready. As a precaution, health workers must wear masks. Instructions have been given to check the availability of medicines and oxygen beds and to submit reports accordingly. Mohammed Moshin, principal secretary, medical education, and Dr Sujatha Rathod, Director of Medical Education, were present on the occassion. Economic Times WhatsApp channel )
