Belagavi district witnesses surge in common ailments such as the common cold, fever, vomiting, and diarrhoea due to contaminated food, water, and extreme weather conditions. Health department officials are implementing preventive measures to curb the spread of diseases like dengue. Residents are advised to visit govt hospitals for check-ups and ensure no stagnant water around their houses.
Monkey fever (KFD) claims a second life in Uttara Kannada district, bringing the total deaths to four. The virus is rapidly spreading, with over 1,000 cases reported in the northern region. No vaccines available; rest at home advised for recovery. | Latest News India
Belagavi city is home to more than 15,000 stray dogs, causing approximately 20,000 annual injuries from dog bites. The presence of these dogs has induced panic among residents, especially students. Find out how the local authorities are tackling this stray dog menace.
A surge in cases of parotitis, commonly known as monkey abscess or mumps, has been observed among children in Savadatti taluk. Measures have been taken to treat the affected children at govt primary health centres and the taluk hospital.
Belagavi and Vijayapur districts stand in the second and third positions on the list, with 2,754 and 2,004 underage pregnant women recorded from January to November 2023 | Latest News India
Maharashtra's Phule health scheme centres in Belagavi closed thehindu.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from thehindu.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Deputy commissioner Nitesh Patil stated that Belagavi district administration is prepared to combat the JN.1 variant of COVID-19. The district has 908 covid beds and 78 ventilators available at the BIMS hospital. Surveillance will be increased at the Goa and Maharashtra border check posts. The number of tests in the district will also be increased. Chikodi-Sadalaga MLA Ganesh Hukkeri instructed the health department to make RTPCR tests mandatory for individuals with cold, cough, and fever.
'Vigilant observation and prompt action required with active surveillance during disease outbreaks' thehindu.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from thehindu.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.