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India.com
4 days ago
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- India.com
Gujarat Covid Surge: 451 Active Cases, Omicron LF.7.9 & XFG Variants Drive Rise In 2025
Gujarat is witnessing a renewed uptick in Covid-19 cases, with 451 active cases reported across the state as of Tuesday, according to the health department. Of the total active cases, 20 patients are currently hospitalised, while 431 are under home isolation. So far, 43 individuals have recovered and been discharged. The official death toll has reached seven. Health officials have identified the Omicron sub-variants LF.7.9 and XFG Recombinant as the primary drivers of the new infections. Most patients are exhibiting mild symptoms, including low-grade fever, cold, and cough. Authorities have advised individuals recovering at home to closely monitor their symptoms and seek immediate medical help if they experience shortness of breath, chest pain, or any other severe discomfort. People with underlying health conditions or compromised immunity are strongly advised to avoid crowded areas and wear masks when stepping out. Medical experts have attributed the rise in infections to the cyclical nature of the virus, noting that Covid-19 case surges are commonly observed every six to eight months. The experts have urged the public to remain vigilant but stressed that there is 'no need to panic'. Ahmedabad remains a hotspot in this wave, recording 50 new cases in a single day. The city also reported its second consecutive Covid-related fatality on Monday — an 18-year-old pregnant woman from Vinzol succumbed during treatment. Previously, a 47-year-old woman died at L G Hospital in the city. Health authorities continue to monitor the situation and urge residents to adhere to precautionary measures to curb further transmission. In response to the recent surge in Covid-19 cases, the Gujarat government has stepped up its preparedness across districts. Health department officials have been instructed to increase surveillance and testing, particularly in urban hotspots like Ahmedabad. Isolation protocols have been reinforced, and hospitals have been asked to keep dedicated Covid-19 beds and oxygen supplies ready. The state has also resumed daily health briefings to monitor the spread of infections closely. District health officers have been directed to trace contacts of positive patients and ensure home-isolated individuals are regularly followed up by health workers. Awareness campaigns are being relaunched in both urban and rural areas to remind citizens about hygiene, masking in crowded places, and the importance of early medical intervention. Additionally, authorities are reviewing vaccination records and encouraging eligible individuals to get booster doses where applicable.
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Business Standard
5 days ago
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- Business Standard
Gujarat logs 108 new Covid-19 cases, Maharashtra confirms 86 infections
Gujarat and Maharashtra report a rise in Covid-19 cases linked to Omicron LF.7.9 and XFG sub-variants; officials advise caution but note symptoms remain mild Manikant Mishra New Delhi Gujarat has recorded 108 new Covid-19 cases and one death in the past 24 hours, according to a statement issued by the state health department on Tuesday. The latest spike has raised the number of active cases in the state to 461. Of these, 20 patients are receiving hospital care, while the remaining 441 are recovering in home isolation. The department also reported that 43 patients have been discharged after recovering. Health officials confirmed that the new infections are linked to the Omicron LF.7.9 and XFG Recombinant sub-variants. These variants are known to cause mild symptoms, primarily low-grade fever and cough. Authorities urged residents not to panic, stating that Covid-19 infections tend to follow a 'rising trend' every six to eight months. No additional information was provided regarding the deceased patient. Maharashtra registers 86 cases, four deaths Maharashtra reported 86 new Covid-19 infections on Tuesday, bringing the total number of cases recorded since 1 January 2025 to 959, according to the state health department. Of these, 435 individuals have recovered, while 510 cases remain active. The state has also reported four deaths since Monday—two in Nagpur, and one each in Chandrapur and Miraj. Among the new infections, Mumbai accounted for 26 cases, followed by Pune with 24, Thane city with 9, Navi Mumbai with 6, and Pimpri Chinchwad with 3. Kolhapur and Nagpur each reported 2 cases, while Kalyan, Ulhasnagar and Sangli reported 1 to 4 cases each. A few other regions also recorded isolated cases. Mumbai has reported 509 Covid-19 cases since January, with 503 of them recorded in May alone. Since the beginning of the year, Maharashtra has reported 14 Covid-related deaths. Of these, 13 patients had pre-existing medical conditions such as nephrotic syndrome with hypocalcaemic seizures, cancer, diabetic ketoacidosis, interstitial lung disease, cardiac arrhythmia and Parkinson's disease. One of the deceased was a 47-year-old woman who had presented symptoms of fever and shortness of breath. Since January 2025, Maharashtra has conducted 12,880 Covid-19 tests. Patients who test positive are receiving appropriate treatment, the department confirmed.
Time of India
5 days ago
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- Time of India
108 new COVID-19 cases in Gujarat, one death
Gujarat reported 108 new COVID-19 cases and one death in the last 24 hours, bringing the active infections to 461. The cases are of Omicron LF.7.9 and XFG Recombinant sub-variants, causing mild symptoms. Health officials stated that a rise in cases every 6-8 months is normal and there is no need to panic. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Gujarat has recorded 108 new coronavirus positive cases and one death, the state health department said on cases were registered in the last 24 hours, taking the total count of active infections to 461, it said in a patient succumbed to the infection in this fresh wave, it the total 461 active patients, 20 are hospitalised, while 441 others are receiving treatment in home isolation, it said, adding that 43 patients have also been discharged following the cases which are emerging in Gujarat are of the Omicron LF.7.9 and XFG Recombinant sub-variant, which causes mild fever and cough, the release is no need to panic as COVID-19 cases usually see a "rising trend" every 6 or 8 months, it information about the patient, who succumbed to the infection in this new wave, was given.
