Masks are mandatory in many states
Mock drills will be organized across the country from today to take stock of the preparedness of hospitals amid rising cases of COVID-19. This countrywide mock drill will also happen tomorrow. Which is likely to determine the share of health, both public and private. Officials said on Sunday that Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya will inspect the mock drill at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Jhajjar today.
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On April 7, the Union Health Minister had requested the State Health Minister to conduct a review meeting and observe the mock drill at the hospital. The Union Minister had also advised him to review the preparedness with the district administration and health officials on April 8 and 9.
In an exclusive conversation with NDTV, the health minister lamented that the government is prepared to deal with cases of infection going forward. Arrangements have been made for ICU beds, oxygen supply and other critical care, he said, adding that the preparedness is being reviewed weekly. On the fourth wave of COVID, the Health Minister said that there is a need to be cautious.
With this, they said that the previous disease mutation was the BF.7 sub-variant of Omicron, and now the XB-1.16 sub-variant is causing an increase in infections, although they are not very dangerous. With most parts of the country witnessing a spike in COVID-19 cases over the past few days, masks have been made mandatory again in several states, while other precautions have been advised.
Haryana and Puducherry have made it mandatory to wear face masks in public places as a statement. It is mandatory to wear masks in Haryana schools as well. Kerala has made masks mandatory for hunting women, romantics and people with lifestyle diseases, while Uttar Pradesh has issued a ‘high priority’ directive, directing all officials to ensure the safety of international travelers on air. Given is given.
Delhi, Maharashtra and Himachal Pradesh have also urged citizens to follow COVID appropriate behaviour. He also emphasized on raising awareness besides following COVID-19 friendly behaviour.
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