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India Experiences Steady Spike in COVID-19 Cases; Health Officials on High Alert

India Experiences Steady Spike in COVID-19 Cases; Health Officials on High Alert

India Experiences Steady Spike in COVID-19 Cases; Health Officials on High Alert

New Delhi, May 27: India is experiencing a gradual increase in COVID-19 cases yet again, with active cases reaching the 1,000-mark for the first time in many months. According to the latest health ministry figures, the nation has recorded 1,010 active cases, marking a dramatic increase from only 257 active cases on May 19.

While the number of cases continues to be modest relative to the previous surges, the recent increase has led the Union Health Ministry and state governments to re-examine readiness in hospitals and public health infrastructure. The majority of cases reported are of a mild nature and are being treated under home quarantine, officials confirmed.

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A large percentage of the new cases falls in a couple of states:

Kerala has about 43% of the active cases presently, continuing its pattern of registering similar numbers.

Maharashtra has 21%, followed by Delhi at about 10%.

Gujarat and Tamil Nadu are at 8% and 7%, respectively.

The five of them combined have the majority of the new infections, and regional health agencies are stepping up the pace of testing and hospital preparedness.

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Health authorities have picked up on new subvariants of the coronavirus, NB.1.8.1 and LF.7, found in Tamil Nadu and Gujarat. These have been termed by the World Health Organization as Variants Under Monitoring (VUMs), meaning they are not now considered a variant of concern but will be monitored for changes in transmissibility or severity.

Up to now, there is no evidence to indicate these new variants lead to more serious sickness, and most infections attributed to them are mild.

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As a measure to meet the increasing demand, hospitals and clinics have been instructed by the Ministry of Health to enhance their readiness, such as establishing isolation wards, stockpiling important medicines, and making oxygen support facilities ready. Testing laboratories are also instructed to remain vigilant for possible clusters.

Preventive health care measures are being stressed by the authorities, particularly among senior citizens and those with co-morbidities.

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The public is being requested to:

Wear face masks in crowded or confined areas

Practice hand hygiene

Avoid travel if symptomatic

Self-quarantine and test immediately if symptoms develop

In addition to this, items such as N95 masks, rapid test kits, digital thermometers, and pulse oximeters are being suggested for home safety.

Conclusion:
Although growth in COVID-19 infections is moderate against earlier waves, the health ministry requests citizens not to remain complacent. Ongoing vigilance and cooperation from the public are still essential to keep the spread in check.