Delhi: The new variant of Corona JN.1 has started spreading in the country. The central government is serious about the increase in the number of corona patients in some states after 8 months. At the same time, the World Health Organization has also been asked to remain alert. Corona is spreading rapidly in other states of the country. At the same time, the Covid rate of Delhi is lower than other states. Delhi Health Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj said on December 21 that the corona positivity rate in the national capital is only 0.48 percent and this figure is less as compared to other states.
On December 19, 537 RT-PCR tests were conducted in Kerala, with a positivity rate of 20.75%. Whereas in Karnataka, 487 tests were conducted, in which 2.41% positivity rate was recorded. Meanwhile, 208 tests were conducted in Delhi and 0.48 percent positivity rate was recorded. The statement said that all patients with influenza-like illness and severe acute respiratory infection coming to Delhi government hospitals will be tested for Covid-19.
Saurabh Bhardwaj had held a meeting
Also, genome sequencing of positive test samples will be done to identify the virus. In view of the increase in cases of respiratory diseases, including pneumonia, in children in China during November 2023, a meeting was called by the Health Minister with experts in respiratory medicine. Subsequently, mock drills were conducted in all Delhi Government hospitals between 13 to 17 December to assess preparedness on different parameters like bed capacity, available human resources, referral services, testing capacity, logistics, availability of medical oxygen etc. Went.
26,669 deaths due to Corona so far in Delhi
On December 19, 3 Corona patients were reported in Delhi. One patient was already receiving treatment. At present, treatment of Corona patients is going on in the hospitals of Delhi. Ever since Corona entered the country, the number of Corona patients in Delhi has been recorded at 20 lakh 14 thousand 448. At the same time, 26,669 corona infected people have also died.
Union Health Minister gave strict instructions to the states
Let us tell you that Union Health Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya had held a high-level meeting with the Health Ministers of different states two days ago. During this time, he had given instructions to increase testing in the states as well as strengthen the surveillance system. On behalf of the Health Minister, it was said that there is a need to be cautious about the new variants of Corona, not to panic. On behalf of Mansukh Mandaviya, it was said that vigilance is more important in view of the festive season. It is noteworthy that after the entry of the new variant of Corona JN.1 in the country, guidelines have been issued in many states on alert. People have been advised to wear masks and avoid going to crowded areas.