Shivamogga: A Health Department employee, Nagaraj (35), who had been posted in the Dialysis Division of the Sagara Taluk Hospital, died of dengue at a private hospital in Shivamogga on Thursday.

This is the first case of death due to dengue that has been reported from Sagara taluk.

Nagaraj, who had been diagnosed with dengue a few days ago, was being treated at the private hospital in Shivamogga, but died on Thursday as he failed to respond to the treatment. Nagaraj, reportedly, was also suffering from diabetes.

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The Sagara Taluk Medical Officer Dr. Parappa has confirmed that Nagaraj died of dengue.

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Bengaluru, Sep 13: Karnataka's minister for Medical Education & Skill Development Sharan Prakash Patil on Friday suggested integration of AI technology in the security system to ensure safety of women healthcare personnel across Karnataka, an official release said.

The minister chaired a high-level meeting at Vikasa Soudha to discuss measures aimed at strengthening security at medical colleges, hospitals and hostels. This follows a previous meeting led by Patil to review the current security systems and propose enhancements.

During the meeting, Patil also emphasised the importance of integrating feedback from women healthcare professionals and other stakeholders. “Directors of medical institutions must gather feedback in writing and take concrete steps to implement necessary measures."

Patil suggested that a security audit committee should be formed with monthly meetings to review the safety protocols. Additionally, thorough background checks must be conducted for all security personnel, according to the release.

“To further ensure safety, 24/7 canteen facilities should be available so that women healthcare staff do not need to leave the premises,” the minister said.

Patil also announced that a panel will be formed at the State Secretariat to oversee the implementation of these measures.

B L Sujatha Rathod, Director of Medical Education, provided a detailed presentation on the current security initiatives. The meeting was attended by senior officials, including Mohammad Mohsin, Principal Secretary of Medical Education, Mission Director of National Health Mission Y Naveen Bhat and Venkateshmurthy, Joint Secretary.

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