Stop the spread of Novel Corona Virus, protect yourself and others


Richard D’Souza
Kemmannu News Network, 18-03-2020 12:53:12


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Udupi : Do not panic, but need awareness on Coronovirus. Prevention is the main remedy, said Dr. Umesh Prabhu, President of Indian Medical Association, Udupi-Karavali unit.

 

 

Addressing a media persons during the press meet held at Udupi Press Club, he said that IMA, Udupi – Karavali has initiated to distribute more than 25000 pamphlets to the spread awareness on Coronaavirus.

The fear of coronavirus spreading overseas in India is growing and should be controlled. "Our main concern is to ensure that more people do not get infected," District Surgeon Dr Madhusudan Nayak said. He feared that if China, Italy like this novel virus spreads in India, it would be very difficult to control.

Those who come from a foreign country with suspected coronary infection should be referred to the District Hospital. Registered individuals’ blood samples and throat fluid will be sent to the laboratory. The report will come out in a day or so, confirming whether the person is infected or not. All the reports sent by the district so far have been negative, Dr Nayak said.

People who are infected one time are more likely to get infected again. So even people who come in negative should go home and be apart for a few days. He said mandatory precautionary measures should be followed, he said.

 

 

Dr. ShashiKiran Umakant, Professor of KMC, Manipal said that Coronavirus needs to take more precautionary measures because of its rapid spread. It is characterized by common fever, chills, cough and it cannot be distinguished at the initial stage.

He said that Coronavirus is more common in persons over the age of 60 and in those with diabetes, heart and lung problems. Such lives can be devastating. He initially said that the common cold, cold and respiratory problems, like pneumonia, are exacerbated.

Indian Medical Association Udupi - Coastal Zone Media Advisor Dr. P. V. Bhandari said that the person who has been infected with coronavirus, is likely to go to another place and spread the infection. So the government has been told to maintain the social gap and it should be adhered to by all. This will prevent the spread of infection.

The virus does not spread at high temperatures and intake of Alcoholic beverage which is only rumour that on such people virus not come. Only strict adherence to current precautions can prevent infection. This should everyone know, he said.

Dr. Shashikiran of KMC said that stop the spread of novel corona virus and protect yourself and others. Do practice frequent hand washing.Wash hands with soap and water or use alcoholic based hand rub. Wash hands even if they are visibly clean at least one minute. Do cover nose and mouth with handkerchief or tissue while sneezing and coughing. Do throw used tissues into closed bins immediately after use. See a doctor if you feel unwell with fever, difficult breathing and cough. While visiting doctor wear a mask or cloth to cover your mouth and nose.

 He said if you have these signs or symptoms please call state helpline number of ministry of Health and family welfare’s 24x7 helpline at 011-23978046.

COVIND 19 is an infectious condition which means it can be spread, directly or indirectly from one person to other.

Coronovirus has high infectivity but low mortality. Mortality rate ranges between 2-3%. It is significantly less severe than 2003 SARS (MR:10%) or 2012 MERS (MR:35%) outbreaks. Risk of death is only higher in older people above the age of 60 years and people with pre-existing health conditions.

A healthy person can get infected from a sick person through eyes, nose, and mouth via droplets produced on coughing or sneezing when they come in close contact When one comes in contact with contaminated surfaces, objects or items of personal use. Old people are twice as likely to have serious COVID 19 illness. Most coronavirus led illnesses are generally mild especially for children and young adults. COVID 19 just over 2% of cases were under 18 years of age. Out of these, fewer than 3% developed severe or critical disease.

 

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