Maharashtra, India has recorded a jump of almost 186% in Covid-19 cases in a day, with 711 new cases reported, including 218 from the capital Mumbai, and four deaths in the last 24 hours. The state has seen 11 deaths in the last seven days, with a case fatality rate of 1.82%. There are 3,792 active cases in the state, a 62% rise in a week. Six districts of Maharashtra have higher numbers of positive patients, including Solapur, Sangli, Kolhapur, Sindhudurg, Pune, and Satara, where numbers are rising due to high population density. The state health minister has asked people not to panic but remain vigilant and take precautions. The Health Ministry has issued revised guidelines for COVID-19 in the wake of the surge of cases in the past week across the country.
The Health Ministry’s revised guidelines for COVID-19 highlight that antibiotics should only be used if there is a clinical suspicion of a bacterial infection, and healthcare providers should consider the possibility of coinfection of COVID-19 with other endemic infections. The guidelines also state that systemic corticosteroids are not recommended for mild disease. These guidelines were issued in response to the recent surge in COVID-19 cases across India.
These guidelines are important to ensure that individuals with COVID-19 receive appropriate medical attention when needed. Difficulty breathing, high-grade fever, and severe cough are all serious symptoms that require immediate attention from a medical professional. It’s also important to note that individuals with any high-risk features, such as pre-existing medical conditions or a weakened immune system, should have a low threshold for seeking medical attention if they experience any symptoms of COVID-19. By following these guidelines and seeking medical attention when necessary, individuals can help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and ensure that they receive the best possible care.
