Will undertake measures to prevent Black Fungus: Karnataka Health Minister
Hubli: Minister of Health & Family Welfare and Medical Education, Dr. K. Sudhakar said that measures to prevent the spread of Mucormycosis (Black Fungus) would be undertaken following the reports of the experts.
After visiting the KIMS Hospital at Hubli, the Minister addressed the media representatives.
“The Mucormycosis (Black Fungus) disease is increasingly spreading across the State. To understand the reason behind this a committee of Mycologists has been appointed by the government. The committee of experts has submitted the primary report. The humidifiers being used in the hospitals are supposed to use distilled water, instead of in various places tap water is being used. The fungus begins growing because of this. It has been observed that fungal growth has been found in the Cannula, medical equipment used in the I.C.U of hospitals. Before using this medical equipment from one patient to the next, they must be sanitized thoroughly. Otherwise, brand new fixtures must be used for patients, the committee of experts recommended.
Except for the element of colour, there is no other difference between the black fungus or the white fungus. Indiscriminate use of steroids increases the sugar levels in the body. As the patients in the I.C.U depend on the aided breathing for a long duration, their body’s immunity reduces considerably. Therefore the fungal disease infects them to a degree of severity. The country had begun to see reports of 40 to 50 cases of Black Fungus infections earlier. But recently, many states across the country are reporting an increase in the number of these fungal infections. According to current reports, there are 250 cases of black fungus infection in the state. All of the patients infected by this disease will be receiving free treatment. The country is producing 14,000 vials of the medicine required in the treatment of the black fungus disease. The Centre’s Minister of Chemicals and Fertilizers, Sadananda Gowda has assured that the required quantity of these vials of medicine will be provided to the state. Answering the questions of the media representatives, the Minister said that all the Medical, Semi-medical, and group D workers would receive Emergency case allowances, he informed.
In this regard, he inquired whether the COVID treatment methodology, arrangements that have been undertaken in the facility are in line with the government’s directive in the KIMS hospital. He informed the KIMS Head to appropriately maintain the roster of doctors and medical staff serving in the facility. Afterward, he conducted a meeting with the KIMS Medical officers.
MLA Aravind Bellad, DC Nithesh Paatil, KIMS Director Ramalingappa Antarataani, Zilla Panchayat CEO Dr. B . Susheela, KIMS Administrative Officer Rajashri Jainapuru, Medical Superintendent Dr. Arunakumar were present among others.
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Thunderstorm hits Lucknow, IMD issues red alert across multiple UP districts
Lucknow: Shortly after the India Meteorological Department issued a red alert warning of severe weather conditions in the region, a sudden thunderstorm hit Lucknow and adjoining districts on Monday morning.
The Indian Express reported that the skies turned dark around 8:45 am as strong winds lashed parts of the city. Incidents of tree falls were reported from several locations, disrupting traffic and normal movement.
The weather department said thunderstorms accompanied by lightning, hail and gusty winds of 40 to 60 kmph are likely to continue over the next three hours across several districts.
A red alert has been issued for districts including Unnao, Barabanki, Hardoi, Sitapur, Bahraich, Gonda, Shravasti and Lakhimpur Kheri, where moderate thunderstorms with hail and strong winds may damage trees, power lines and temporary structures.
An orange alert is in place for Rae Bareli, Amethi, Kanpur Nagar, Ayodhya, Kanpur Dehat, Auraiya, Kannauj, Farrukhabad, Shahjahanpur and Balrampur, where thunderstorms with lightning and winds up to 60 kmph could lead to localised disruptions.
Major parts of the state remains under yellow alert, including districts such as Prayagraj, Agra, Bareilly, Aligarh and Moradabad, where light rain, lightning and winds of 30 to 40 kmph are expected.
Authorities have advised residents to remain indoors, avoid open areas and trees during lightning, and secure loose objects.
