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Time of India
9 hours ago
- Health
- Time of India
Hassan district reports rise in heart attacks, plans preventive measures
Hassan: There is a concerning increase in heart attack cases among young adults, in Hassan district. A total of 507 cases were reported in the district over the past two years, resulting in 190 deaths. "Depending on the govt funding, plans are being made to conduct screening camps at gram panchayats. The initiative aims to reach more people, particularly in backward areas. Recognising the critical need to educate the public, a widespread awareness programme will be launched with the cooperation of various departments, including education department," said MP Shreyas Patel. He held a meeting with district health officials, private cardiologists, doctors at Hassan Institute of Medical Sciences (HIMS), and representatives from all eight taluks, on Tuesday. The MP emphasised that this is a serious issue requiring immediate attention. In response to questions about whether Covid vaccinations are causing an increase in heart attacks, he clarified that it has been two years since the vaccinations were administered, and currently, there is no specific or official information on this. He advised against creating unnecessary confusion. He mentioned that based on discussions and advice from experts, various measures are suggested to tackle the crisis. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Treatment That Might Help You Against Knee Pain (Search Here) Kneepain | Search Search Now Undo Doctors have been instructed to start special training programme for medical technicians to enhance detecting heart attack at an early stage. He also urged people to adopt a healthy lifestyle, prioritise mental health and engage in yoga, meditation, eat nutritious food, seek expert medical advice, and maintain heart health. The MP instructed that ECG tests be conducted promptly for individuals presenting symptoms of heart attack in rural areas. He directed the purchase of necessary equipment for tests at taluk health centres, stating that the AVRK fund would be utilised for this purchase. HIMS director Dr Rajanna and Dr Sunil were present.
Time of India
28-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Be prepared to tackle Covid, dengue cases, Hassan MP tells officials
Hassan: Hassan MP Shreyas Patel directed the officials concerned to be prepared to handle Covid. During a meeting organised to discuss rain-related issues, he said Covid is spreading in the state, and the people need not panic, but must take precautions. He advised wearing masks and sanitising. Covid testing already commenced, and at taluk hospitals, ten beds were reserved for Covid-related patients, and one hundred beds and isolation wards were ready in the district hospital. To combat Covid and dengue fever, the district health and family welfare department and district health officials have arranged oxygen and necessary medications. There is currently no shortage of oxygen or other resources in the district. "We will provide timely treatment as per govt health department guidelines," Patel said. "Covid testing should increase, and there will be no compromise on medication. Govt hospitals will not prescribe medicines from outside pharmacies. Any issues with medication should be brought to our attention," he directed. Dr Anil, an official from the district health and family welfare department, said that Covid has mild symptoms, so the elderly, pregnant women, and children should be cautious and avoid crowded places. Testing kits were already procured from Bengaluru. In all, 95% of beds and oxygen tanks in the district are well-equipped. Tests will be mandatory for those with respiratory issues, and information on dengue symptoms and preventive measures was also provided.
Time of India
01-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Corridor in Malnad region to address human-elephant conflict
1 2 Hassan: To mitigate the growing human-wildlife conflict in Malnad region , the Union forest ministry has suggested creating an elephant corridor in the area. Union forest minister Bhupender Yadav wrote a letter to the forest department to submit a proposal, marking a new development. There was a plan to acquire lands and plantations of farmers from eight villages around Bisle in Sakleshpur taluk to create an elephant corridor. The problem exceeded the limits of Sakleshpur, Alur, and Belur taluks. The increasing jumbo population is intensifying human-elephant conflict . Following several untoward incidents, mainly human deaths, Hassan MP Shreyas Patel met with Union forest minister Bhupender Yadav to request a permanent solution to the problem. In Hettur of Sakleshpur taluk, hundreds of farmers voluntarily came forward to give a total of 2,261.2 acres of land to the forest department. A comprehensive report on land acquisition was prepared by a district-level committee in 2012, said an officer. Due to the high number of elephants in Hettur area, farmers live in constant fear. If adequate compensation is provided, farmers are still willing to give up their land. With farmers ready to part with their land, MP requested the Union minister to provide compensation under the Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management And Planning Authority Scheme. Apart from Hassan, the problem is rampant in Kodagu and Chikkamagaluru districts as well. Union forest minister Bhupender Yadav instructed the submission of a comprehensive scientific report related to the construction of an elephant corridor to address problems in these three districts. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Click Here - This Might Save You From Losing Money Expertinspector Click Here Undo Conservator of forests V Yedukondalu said Union govt directed the submission of a proposal, and there will be a discussion with stakeholders before sending a detailed proposal. "The department needs the support of locals for the project to be successful. We have to think about both humans and elephants. A detailed discussion will be held," he said.
