With the COVID surge in instances, Delhi has increased COVID testing, according to Health Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj. On Wednesday, 636 RT-PCR tests were performed in total.
On Thursday, Delhi announced two new cases of COVID-19. In order to determine whether JN is the source of the illnesses, samples from each of the positive cases have been sent for genome sequencing.1 sub-variant, the AIIMS Medical Superintendent stated, according to news agency ANI. This occurs just hours after Health Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj declared that, following the hospital discharge of the lone patient, there were no new cases of the JN.1 variant with COVID surge.
The minister added that, in response to an increase in instances, the national capital has increased COVID testing. According to news agency PTI, 636 RT-PCR tests were performed on Wednesday. Bharadwaj also said that he has instructed the officials concerned to conduct genome sequencing of all the positive cases in Delhi.
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“In order to verify the number of new variant cases, I have restated the instructions for genome sequencing of all positive cases. Three varieties were confirmed yesterday, two of which were the JN.1 variant and the other the old Omicron variant. The good news is that the hospitalized patient who was diagnosed with the novel variety has been released from care, Bharadwaj told PTI.
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Delhi health minister takes stock of Covid preparedness at LNJP hospital of Covid Surge
Saurabh Bharadwaj also visited the Lok Nayak Jai Prakash (LNJP) hospital to take stock of its COVID preparedness and said that the facility is fully prepared to deal with any exigencies, PTI reported. “Following the oxygen shortage that was seen during the COVID wave in Delhi and across the country, the hospital now has piped oxygen supply through a centralised system,” PTI quoted the minister as saying.
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Asked if the government is planning to reserve beds for COVID patients, Bharadwaj said only four patients are hospitalised currently and beds will be required for other critical patients. “If you reserve beds, where will those patients who have surgeries planned or have suffered from strokes or heart attacks go? We are monitoring the situation and, if need be, will reserve beds. There are only four patients who have been hospitalised,” Bharadwaj told PTI.
Frequently asked questions
How can I prevent COVID and influenza?
Make sure you cough or sneeze into your elbow or a tissue, discard the tissue, and wash your hands right away. Steer clear of individuals who are confirmed or suspected of having the flu, COVID-19, or RSV, especially in crowded indoor areas. You might want to think about donning a mask.
What is the treatment for Corona flu?
The majority of adults with mild cases of COVID-19 can treat their symptoms similarly to how they would treat a seasonal flu: stay home and rest, take ibuprofen or paracetamol for fever and pain relief, stay hydrated, and use cough medicine if necessary. One of the most prevalent COVID-19 symptoms is fatigue.
What are the symptoms of the flu (RSV) and COVID-19?
Fever, coughing, and shortness of breath are common symptoms of COVID-19, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and influenza (flu). It can be challenging to differentiate between respiratory virus-related illnesses due to their similar symptoms.
Can you have a cold and COVID at the same time?
Respiratory viruses can sometimes infect you in pairs, so COVID-19 can also accompany a cold or the flu. It is known as “coinfection,” but as far as current scientific understanding allows, it is an uncommon occurrence.
What antiviral is used for the flu?
There are four FDA-approved influenza antiviral drugs recommended by the CDC for use against recently circulating influenza viruses.
- Rapivab (peramivir)
- Relenza (zanamivir)
- Tamiflu (oseltamivir phosphate, also available as generic)
- Xofluza (baloxavir marboxil)
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