Thiruvananthapuram: Minister of Health Veena George has said that in the face of increasing covid in other countries, the prevention activities in the state have been strengthened. All districts are on alert. Districts are meeting separately and intensifying prevention and surveillance. It has been instructed to report immediately if cases are seen increasing anywhere and to strengthen defenses accordingly. The health department will review the activities of all the districts on Friday, the minister said.
Districts have been directed to send more covid samples for genetic sequencing to monitor for new variants. Conduct whole genomic surveillance (WGS) to detect different covid variants. Samples should be sent for genetic testing at designated labs for each district.
It has been directed to report accurately if any covid variants are found in any districts and strengthen prevention activities accordingly. People admitted to hospitals with respiratory diseases will be tested for Covid-19. Also, people with severe fever, sore throat and shortness of breath will be tested for Covid.
Be extra careful as it’s a holiday. Do not go out in public places and crowds without wearing a mask. Don’t talk with your mask down. People with symptoms like fever, cough and cold should not be close to the elderly and children. The elderly, those with co-morbidities and children need special care. Wash your hands with soap and water after going outside.
