Corona cases are on the rise again in the country as well as in the state. Rajasthan has recorded 10 cases of coronavirus till now. A case of death due to coronavirus has also come to light in Rajasthan. According to the information, a 48-year-old resident of Dausa died during treatment in Jaipur due to corona. After this information, there is a stir in the health department.
Currently, the Health Department is collecting information about people who came in contact with the deceased. All of them will be isolated according to COVID protocols.
Chief Minister held a meeting with health department officials
Meanwhile, given the increasing cases of Corona across the country after the issuance of an advisory by the centre, Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma held a meeting with health department officials on Friday. In this meeting, he directed the officials to make adequate arrangements. He also obtained information regarding the availability of oxygen. He said to ensure an adequate number of beds for patients in hospitals.Health Department issued advisory amid rising COVID-19 concerns
Amid a surge in COVID-19 cases, the Health Department has issued an advisory to address the growing fears and concerns among the public. A total of 10 people in the state are under the effect of the new variant of COVID-19. The rise in patients presenting symptoms such as cough, cold, and fever has led to increased anxiety. While these symptoms are often associated with viral diseases, the simultaneous increase in confirmed coronavirus cases is causing heightened worry.
Despite the uptick in patients, doctors emphasise that the situation is not yet critical, urging people to remain cautious without succumbing to panic. Following the advised protocols for coronavirus prevention is crucial to ensuring personal and familial safety. Cases have been reported in various districts, including the capital Jaipur and Jaisalmer, prompting the Health Department to enhance sampling efforts and instruct field staff to remain vigilant.
In anticipation of a mock drill scheduled for December 26, hospitals are gearing up by arranging medical resources, including oxygen and medicines. The RUHS Hospital, utilised during the previous wave of the pandemic, is prepared for potential coronavirus patient treatment, ensuring an adequate supply of essential items such as beds, oxygen cylinders, and medicines.
According to specialists and the advisory, the current variant appears to be relatively less infectious. Home isolation is recommended for patients exhibiting symptoms of a normal cold, cough, fever, flu, or sore throat, with hospitalisation advised in cases of severe or prolonged symptoms. The Medical and Health Department has issued preventive measures, urging infected individuals to promptly seek testing and treatment at the nearest health centre. The advisory emphasises the importance of maintaining distance, wearing masks, and practising hand hygiene for those experiencing discomfort due to COVID-19 symptoms.
State COVID Management Team formed for COVID management
Shubhra Singh, Additional Chief Secretary of the Medical and Health Department, has issued an order to form the State COVID Management Team for COVID management in the state. Considering the increasing number of COVID cases in states like Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, and others, this team has been formed in the state for COVID management.
Dr. Shivprasad Nakate, Commissioner of Medical Education, has been appointed as the nodal officer of the State COVID Management Committee. The committee members include Dr Anupama Jorwal, Managing Director of RMSCL, Dr Ravi Prakash Mathur, Director of Public Health, Dr Gaurav Saini, Joint Chief Executive Officer of Rajasthan State Health Assurance Agency, Dr Ravi Prakash Sharma, Additional Director Rural Health, Dr Bharati Malhotra, Senior Professor at SMS Hospital, Dr Praveen Aswal, State Nodal Officer of IDSP, Dr Ajit Singh from RAYHSS, and Dr Vandana Sharma, Deputy Director of Rajmes. This committee will oversee essential activities for the prevention and control of COVID-19 in the state.
