Karnataka Covid-19 wrap: 289 new cases, tests dip
Posted 27 Dec, 2021 | Source: The Indian Express
The state health department said there were four deaths of which two were in Bengaluru, one each in Kodagu and Uttara Kannada. The active cases in the state now stand at 7,449.
India to give COVID-19 booster shots to healthcare workers from Jan 10
Posted 27 Dec, 2021 | Source: Express Healthcare
In a national address, PM Modi said those aged 15-18 would start receiving COVID-19 vaccinations from Jan 3 and those above 60 with comorbidities would be offered booster shots after recommendation from doctors
Covid Vaccines For 15-18, Boosters For 60+, Frontline Staff In January, Says PM Modi
Posted 27 Dec, 2021 | Source: Onlymyhealth
Prime minister Narendra Modi announced vaccinations and booster dose for the public. Read on to know more about it.
Too early to panic but take precautions: Docs
Posted 01 Dec, 2021 | Source: NT
The discovery of Omicron, the latest coronavirus variant, has led to a good deal of panic across the state, especially as two South Africans (Where the variant was first seen) tested positive for Covid-19. However, despite the scare, people aren’t sticklers for Covid protocol. Doctors say that while it is still too early to fell, people shouldn’t let their guard down.
Cluster-buster: Docs say yes to caution, no to panic
Posted 30 Nov, 2021 | Source: Timesgroup.com
After cluster at medical college in Dharwad grows, doctors dismiss fears of a third wave having begun
Karnataka sees sharp rise in dengue cases
Posted 24 Nov, 2021 | Source: Theweek
2,516 new cases reported between September 15 and November 17
ZIKA virus can cause birth defects
Posted 21 Jul, 2021 | Source: The HANS INDIA
ZIKA virus spreads through bites aegypti and aedes albopiticus mosquitoes that are primarily active during the day. The virus can be transmitted from pregnant woman to her fetus which in turn can cause birth defects and impact the new-borns.
Health Department gears up to tackle Zika virus
Posted 12 Jul, 2021 | Source: Bangalore News Today
Stepping up vector control measures across the State following the detection of Zika Virus Disease (ZVD) cases in Kerala, the State Health Department has asked officials to test samples of suspected cases for Zika after ruling out dengue and chikungunya.
Mucormycosis claims 303 lives in Karnataka, 34% from 34% from Bengaluru
Posted 12 Jul, 2021 | Source: Times of India
A total of 3,491 patients have been diagnosed with mucormyco in the state as on July 9, and the fatality rate is 8.6% Bengaluru Urban district has seen 1,109 cases, followed by Dharwad 279, Vijayapura 208 and Kalaburagi 196. While Bengaluru reported the highest number of deaths, Kalaburagi saw 23 deaths and Dakshina Kannada 20.
