Covid norms go for toss at Hyderabad\'s markets, shopping zones
2 years, 11 months ago

Covid norms go for toss at Hyderabad\'s markets, shopping zones

Deccan Chronicle  

HYDERABAD: In a blatant violation of safety norms amid community transmission of Covid-19, people continue to come out in public places without wearing masks. With the onset of the Sankranti holiday season, Rythu Bazaars, markets and shopping zones are attracting thousands of people. The Covid safety precautions went for a toss with a large chunk of people not wearing masks and gathering close to each other at the stalls. Same is the case at the busy Badi Chowdi and Sultan Bazaar shopping streets where most vendors do not wear masks.

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Hundreds of patients died after catching COVID in Victorian hospitals, new data shows
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Hundreds of patients died after catching COVID in Victorian hospitals, new data shows

ABC  

When Dean's* father was rushed to hospital with a bad case of gastro in February, he assumed he'd be back on his feet in a few days. "The numbers indicate that there is a big problem here — these infections and deaths are potentially preventable," said Associate Professor Suman Majumdar, chief health officer for COVID and health emergencies at the …

I'm an A&E doctor and this is why it's time to start wearing masks again... as experts issue dire warnings over a virulent new Covid variant
11 months, 2 weeks ago

I'm an A&E doctor and this is why it's time to start wearing masks again... as experts issue dire warnings over a virulent new Covid variant

Daily Mail  

It’s that time again. Dr Saleyha Ahsan says she always wears a mask in crowded places Now one of the UK’s leading experts, Sir Andrew Pollard, who is a professor of infection and immunity at the University of Oxford, is predicting ‘a rise in infections in the population over the course of the next week’, driven by a highly infectious …

Start Wearing Masks, Says Health Minister
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Start Wearing Masks, Says Health Minister

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Health minister Damodar Rajanarasimha on Wednesday urged the public to start wearing masks in public places and follow social distance protocols, while chairing a review on Covid-19 control in the state in the wake of the emergence of the JN.1 variant. The minister said that people experiencing Covid-like symptoms must visit a doctor, get advice and get themselves tested …

‘People need not panic over surge in Covid cases, precautions need to be taken’: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah
1 year ago

‘People need not panic over surge in Covid cases, precautions need to be taken’: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah

Hindustan Times  

As the Union Health Ministry has issued a new alert for COVID-19 amid the surge in cases across the country, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said on Thursday that people need not panic and that precautions need to be taken to avoid the risk. The Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Mansukh Mandaviya, chaired a high-level meeting on Wednesday to …

What Karnataka advisory on Covid JN.1 subvariant states
1 year ago

What Karnataka advisory on Covid JN.1 subvariant states

The Hindu  

The State government guidelines for feared COVID-19 surge issued on Tuesday, advise not only senior citizens, those with comorbidities, and those with covid-like symptoms to wear masks in public places, but also advises everyone to wear masks in crowded public spaces with low ventilation. When travelling overseas, stay vigilant and adopt relevant travel precautions, such as wearing masks at the …

Karnataka health minister advises senior citizens to wear masks, amid Covid surge in Kerala
1 year ago

Karnataka health minister advises senior citizens to wear masks, amid Covid surge in Kerala

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka health minister Dinesh Gundu Rao suggested the senior citizens of the state with co-morbidities to wear masks as the number of Covid cases see a rise in neighboring Kerala. Karnataka health min advices senior citizens to wear masks, amid Covid surge Speaking at Kodagu, the health minister said, “We will issue a detailed advisory soon and discussed regarding the …

Expert who has never caught Covid tells Aussies to wear face masks every time they leave the house - amid fresh mandate in one state
1 year, 1 month ago

Expert who has never caught Covid tells Aussies to wear face masks every time they leave the house - amid fresh mandate in one state

Daily Mail  

A leading epidemiologist who has never caught Covid-19 has advised Australians to wear face masks every time they leave the house to avoid catching the virus. Dr Zoe Hyde,who has never caught Covid-19 has advised Australians to wear face masks every time they leave the house if they want to stay Covid-free A recent surge in Covid-19 cases - Australia's …

Why no one is talking about new mask rules even as COVID-19 rises in L.A.
1 year, 3 months ago

Why no one is talking about new mask rules even as COVID-19 rises in L.A.

LA Times  

Despite rising coronavirus outbreaks across Los Angeles County, officials said they have no plans for new public mask mandates — a sign of how COVID-19 policies have changed in an era of plentiful vaccines, lower death rates and back-to-normal culture. “We have such good tools right now that we really shouldn’t get there.” California COVID outbreaks hit workplaces, schools across …

Dr Fauci refutes study claiming that masks don’t work as Covid concerns rise
1 year, 3 months ago

Dr Fauci refutes study claiming that masks don’t work as Covid concerns rise

The Independent  

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “I am concerned that people will not abide by recommendations—and we’re not talking about mandates …

COVID-19: should we start wearing masks again?
1 year, 3 months ago

COVID-19: should we start wearing masks again?

The Hindu  

One thing that can be guaranteed about COVID-19 is that evolution will provide us with a more or less constant stream of new coronavirus variants, some of which will be more successful at infecting people. It’s this worry that there may be a new wave of infections that has got some people talking about the need to reintroduce measures that …

Masks are back on at Lionsgate HQ as COVID outbreaks rise, including at ‘Masked Singer’ studio
1 year, 4 months ago

Masks are back on at Lionsgate HQ as COVID outbreaks rise, including at ‘Masked Singer’ studio

LA Times  

The change in policy at Lionsgate Entertainment comes after several employees tested positive for COVID-19, according to an internal memo. The policy change came after several employees tested positive for COVID-19, according to an internal memo. Of those, 14 were at workplaces, including a couple within the entertainment industry — the Directors Guild of America and “The Masked Singer” studio …

Do I still need to wear my mask?
1 year, 7 months ago

Do I still need to wear my mask?

The Hindu  

World-wide mask wearing became a part of our public life three years ago with the COVID-19 pandemic but late last week the World Health Organisation declared that COVID-19 no longer qualifies as a global health emergency. “Washing hands, avoiding crowds, using a mask - all these continue to offer protection against COVID which is still around and also other respiratory …

Top disease control body clarifies mask use
1 year, 8 months ago

Top disease control body clarifies mask use

China Daily  

Passengers wear masks on the subway in Beijing on March 30. ZHU ZHENQIANG/FOR CHINA DAILY China's top disease control authorities clarified on Wednesday that people do not need to wear masks in outdoor spaces and workplaces, on campuses and when working out. The National Administration of Disease Prevention and Control released the latest mask use protocol on Wednesday evening, at …

Top disease control body clarifies mask use
1 year, 8 months ago

Top disease control body clarifies mask use

China Daily  

Passengers wear masks on the subway in Beijing on March 30. ZHU ZHENQIANG/FOR CHINA DAILY China's top disease control authorities clarified on Wednesday that people do not need to wear masks in outdoor spaces and workplaces, on campuses and when working out. The National Administration of Disease Prevention and Control released the latest mask use protocol on Wednesday evening, at …

Top disease control body clarifies mask use
1 year, 8 months ago

Top disease control body clarifies mask use

China Daily  

Passengers wear masks on the subway in Beijing on March 30. ZHU ZHENQIANG/FOR CHINA DAILY China's top disease control authorities clarified on Wednesday that people do not need to wear masks in outdoor spaces and workplaces, on campuses and when working out. The National Administration of Disease Prevention and Control released the latest mask use protocol on Wednesday evening, at …

China ends mandatory face masks on public transport
1 year, 8 months ago

China ends mandatory face masks on public transport

China Daily  

Xinhua | Updated: Apr 13, 2023 China issued a new set of guidelines on Wednesday regarding the use of face masks by the general public to prevent COVID-19 infection, stating that it is now no longer mandatory to wear face masks when using public transport. The guidelines from the joint COVID-19 prevention and control mechanism of the State Council aim …

Covid protocols revived in Lucknow, other UP districts amid spurt in cases
1 year, 8 months ago

Covid protocols revived in Lucknow, other UP districts amid spurt in cases

Hindustan Times  

LUCKNOW Amid a spurt in Covid cases in many districts of UP, the district administration on Wednesday issued guidelines for offices, schools, colleges, hospitals, marriage halls and public places. Anyone can inform about any Covid positive patient on telephone number 0522-4523000 of the Integrated Covid Command and Control Centre. Covid protocols like masks, social distancing in marriage ceremonies and other …

Masks must in BMC hospitals
1 year, 8 months ago

Masks must in BMC hospitals

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Seeing a rise in the number of active Covid-19 cases in the city, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has made wearing masks compulsory in its hospitals. Mumbai, India - April 10, 2023: Health workers participate in a mock drill after the Union Health Ministry decided to conduct a nationwide mock drill on 10 and 11 April to check the preparedness …

Mumbai Covid-19 rise: BMC makes masks mandatory in all civic hospitals
1 year, 8 months ago

Mumbai Covid-19 rise: BMC makes masks mandatory in all civic hospitals

India Today  

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has made it mandatory to wear masks for employees, patients and visitors in municipal hospitals in view of the current Covid-19 situation in the city. Considering the increasing number of Covid-19 case in Mumbai, the BMC has also suggested all senior citizens above the age of 60 to wear masks as a precaution. The BMC commissioner …

Haryana Govt makes wearing face masks mandatory in public places
1 year, 8 months ago

Haryana Govt makes wearing face masks mandatory in public places

Deccan Chronicle  

Chandigarh : Amid a surge in Covid-19 cases, the Haryana government made wearing face masks mandatory in public places, said a bulletin issued by the Haryana Health Department on Saturday. The statement said, "It is intimated that in a meeting held under the chairmanship of Hon'ble Health Minister, Haryana on 03.04.2023, it has been observed that there is a significant …

DC Edit | Masks advisable as Covid could disrupt lives again
1 year, 8 months ago

DC Edit | Masks advisable as Covid could disrupt lives again

Deccan Chronicle  

Covid-19 is back in the news not just as a regular rejoinder but as a potential disruptor. The Union government must revisit the Covid protocols and prod state governments to decide what is to be introduced now. Several waves of the pandemic and different variants of the virus that have visited humanity in the last three years have given us …

Mask mandatory in this Maharashtra district amid spike in Covid cases
1 year, 8 months ago

Mask mandatory in this Maharashtra district amid spike in Covid cases

Live Mint  

Amid spike in COVID-19 and influenza cases in Maharashtra, the Satara district administration has made wearing of mask compulsory for employees and officials working in government and semi-government offices, colleges, and banks, news agency PTI reported. The collector also appealed to residents in the district to use masks and maintain social distancing, and hand hygiene in crowded places such as …

Covid Status Check: Masks Are Back, States on High Alert; UP, Kerala Mull New Strategies
1 year, 8 months ago

Covid Status Check: Masks Are Back, States on High Alert; UP, Kerala Mull New Strategies

News 18  

Covid cases in India have seen a spike the past month, with a 40% jump in daily cases on March 30. According to the World Health Organisation, the highest proportional increase of new Covid cases was observed in India, in the Southeast Asia Region from February 27 to March 26, 2023. Uttar Pradesh The Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh …

Covid claims another life, Chandigarh health dept advises caution
1 year, 8 months ago

Covid claims another life, Chandigarh health dept advises caution

Hindustan Times  

A day after an 88-year-old man became the latest Covid-19 fatality in Chandigarh, the health department came out with an advisory on Monday, cautioning residents to strictly adhere to Covid-appropriate behaviour to avoid another surge in cases. Chandigarh reported five fresh Covid-19 infections on Monday, pushing the active cases to 33. Eight-fold rise in active cases in three weeks In …

This city had world's longest Covid mask mandate. Now scrapped after 1,000 days
1 year, 9 months ago

This city had world's longest Covid mask mandate. Now scrapped after 1,000 days

Hindustan Times  

Hongkongers will finally be able to leave home without a face mask from Wednesday, nearly 1,000 days after the pandemic mandate was imposed. Pedestrians wearing protective Covid mask Hong Kong was one of the last places on Earth to enforce mask-wearing outside, with violators facing hefty fines. "Making it illegal not to wear one is frankly anachronistic by now," University …

Masks made little or no difference in Covid-19 spread, new study suggests
1 year, 10 months ago

Masks made little or no difference in Covid-19 spread, new study suggests

India TV News  

A new review led by 12 researchers from universities around the world has examined whether wearing face masks helped prevent the spread of Covid-19. According to the study published by the Cochrane Library, "Wearing masks in the community probably makes little or no difference" in controlling the spread of Covid-19. However, it's important to note that the review included studies …

Explained: Why Asian nations aren't ditching the mask just yet
1 year, 10 months ago

Explained: Why Asian nations aren't ditching the mask just yet

Firstpost  

South Korea dropped indoor masking on Monday. “Without a mask on, they feel something is missing.” The dangers of air pollution are sharply felt in South Korea, where masks are a common line of defence on days when fine dust particles form a gray haze in the sky. “People have taken comfort in their faces being concealed, and they feel …

Wear masks on long flights: WHO urges amid spread of XBB.1.5
1 year, 11 months ago

Wear masks on long flights: WHO urges amid spread of XBB.1.5

Hindustan Times  

The World Health Organization on Tuesday urged countries to recommend all those travelling to wear masks in view of the rapid spread of the new Omicron sub-variant XBB.1.5 in several nations across the world - especially the United States. WHO's senior emergency officer for Europe - Catherine Smallwood during a briefing said: “Passengers should be advised to wear masks in …

Amid Covid apprehensions, demand for masks and sanitizers rises
1 year, 11 months ago

Amid Covid apprehensions, demand for masks and sanitizers rises

Deccan Chronicle  

HYDERABAD: Amid fears of a surge in Covid cases in the next 40 days, people have started buying sanitizers and masks. “It is only since the last one week that people have started buying masks and sanitizers. Although we have sufficient stock, we have placed orders seeing the demands for sanitizers, masks and liquid hand wash,” said Sudarshan B, in …

Covid News: China Returnee 6-year-old Girl, Her Mother Test Coronavirus Positive in Tamil Nadu's Madurai
1 year, 11 months ago

Covid News: China Returnee 6-year-old Girl, Her Mother Test Coronavirus Positive in Tamil Nadu's Madurai

News 18  

Covid News Updates: Several hospitals across the country on Tuesday held mock drills to check the preparedness of health facilities to deal with any spurt in Covid-19 cases. Today mock drills are conducted across Covid hospitals in the country to make sure people get proper treatment,” Mandaviya said after reviewing the mock drill at the Delhi hospital. Deputy Chief Minister …

Karnataka: Wearing of face masks mandatory at Kalaburagi Airport
1 year, 11 months ago

Karnataka: Wearing of face masks mandatory at Kalaburagi Airport

Live Mint  

Karnataka's Kalaburagi Airport has made masks mandatory for visitors and passengers due to the rise in Covid-19 cases in several countries. No one without a mask will be allowed to enter the airport premises," Chilaka Mahesh, Director of Kalaburagi Airport said. Further, movie theatre owners will be given instructions mandating the wearing of N95 masks on all screens, the minister …

Karnataka makes masks compulsory in schools, colleges, cinema halls, restaurants, and pubs
1 year, 11 months ago

Karnataka makes masks compulsory in schools, colleges, cinema halls, restaurants, and pubs

Op India  

In the wake of a surge in Covid cases in several countries, wearing masks has been made compulsory inside restaurants, pubs, theatre halls, schools, and colleges in Karnataka. But we have to take precautions from now on.” Ahead of New Year celebrations, there will be a huge crowd in pubs and restaurants. Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya will hold a …

Karnataka makes masks compulsory during New Year celebrations
1 year, 11 months ago

Karnataka makes masks compulsory during New Year celebrations

Deccan Chronicle  

BELAGAVI: In view of rising COVID-19 cases in some countries, the Karnataka government on Monday said masks will be compulsory during the New Year celebrations. Celebrations on New Year's Day should last only till 1 am, Health Minister K Sudhakar said. The minister said the Deputy Commissioners, Chief Executive Officers of district panchayats, District Health Officers, District Surveillance Officers and …

Karnataka makes masks mandatory in public places ahead of New Year celebrations
1 year, 11 months ago

Karnataka makes masks mandatory in public places ahead of New Year celebrations

Hindustan Times  

The Karnataka government on Monday made masks mandatory in public places such as schools, colleges, malls and movie theatres of the state with immediate effect. Ahead of New Year celebrations, the state government also made masks mandatory at pubs, bars and restaurants as Covid-19 cases saw a surge in China and a few other countries. Karnataka makes masks mandatory in …

Avoid Travelling Abroad, Wear Masks In Public Places: Top Medical Body Issues Covid Advisory
2 years ago

Avoid Travelling Abroad, Wear Masks In Public Places: Top Medical Body Issues Covid Advisory

ABP News  

Amid a spike in coronavirus cases in parts of the world, especially China, the Indian Medical Association on Thursday advised people to to follow Covid appropriate behaviour with immediate effect. The Indian Medical Association also asked the government to ramp up preparedness for any such situation as seen in 2021 during the deadly Covid second wave by issuing necessary instructions …

Wear Masks In Crowded Places, Get Precaution Doses: Govt Advises Amid Covid Surge In China
2 years ago

Wear Masks In Crowded Places, Get Precaution Doses: Govt Advises Amid Covid Surge In China

ABP News  

As the surge in Covid cases once again makes it to the news, the government, after a review meeting to access the situation, has advised people to wear masks in crowded places to prevent the spread of the infection. This is all the more important for people with comorbidities or are of higher age," VK Paul, Member-Health, NITI Aayog said …

Health officials are urging masks again amid high COVID, flu levels
2 years ago

Health officials are urging masks again amid high COVID, flu levels

LA Times  

With COVID-19, the flu and other respiratory diseases circulating widely in Los Angeles County and elsewhere, many officials are urging residents to use a familiar tool to help thwart transmission: masks. As case rates rise, “your chance of catching COVID during your routine activities — grocery shopping, eating out, running errands, going to work — will increase,” according to Los …

DC Edit | Don’t give up masks altogether
2 years, 1 month ago

DC Edit | Don’t give up masks altogether

Deccan Chronicle  

The notification of the civil aviation ministry on Wednesday relaxing the rules on wearing masks on flights and in airports marks an important milestone in the nearly three-year-long fight against the Covid-19 pandemic. The world has been on edge ever since a cluster of cases of pneumonia was reported in Wuhan in China’s Hubei province on December 31, 2019. The …

COVID-19: 'Wearing masks on flight no longer compulsory, but is advisable,' says Government
2 years, 1 month ago

COVID-19: 'Wearing masks on flight no longer compulsory, but is advisable,' says Government

Firstpost  

Additionally, it stated that any specific reference of a fine or other penalty was not required to be made during in-flight announcements New Delhi: The civil aviation ministry on Wednesday said the use of masks is not mandatory during air travel; however, passengers should preferably use them amid the declining number of COVID-19 cases. In a communication to the scheduled …

With COVID-19 rules disappearing, if you're the only one in a mask, will it still keep you safe from infection?
2 years, 2 months ago

With COVID-19 rules disappearing, if you're the only one in a mask, will it still keep you safe from infection?

ABC  

COVID-19 restrictions are winding down and as of Friday anyone who tests positive will no longer be required to isolate. "We likely saw that effect because even people who didn't have symptoms and so didn't know they had COVID were still wearing masks and so reducing their risk of transmitting infection to others," he says. "Any mask that doesn't fit …

With COVID on the retreat, are Halloween, Thanksgiving and winter holiday gatherings safe?
2 years, 2 months ago

With COVID on the retreat, are Halloween, Thanksgiving and winter holiday gatherings safe?

LA Times  

COVID-19 has scrapped many large holiday celebrations during the last two years. “People should plan on being able to get together with the people that they love,” Los Angeles County Public Health Director Barbara Ferrer said recently. “As we enter the next phase with COVID-19, we will be ready to build on what we have learned over the past two …

Queensland's COVID-19 mandate for masks on public transport to be scrapped
2 years, 3 months ago

Queensland's COVID-19 mandate for masks on public transport to be scrapped

ABC  

Queensland is ending the requirement for people to wear face masks while on public transport. Key points: The rule will be relaxed for staff and commuters from midnight The Health Minister asked the public to respect those who chose to continue wearing masks Masks will still be required in vulnerable settings, by close contacts and those who have left just …

Malaysia scraps indoor face mask rule as Covid-19 wave eases
2 years, 3 months ago

Malaysia scraps indoor face mask rule as Covid-19 wave eases

Hindustan Times  

Malaysia is scrapping its rule requiring masks indoors, effective immediately, ending the last of its significant Covid-era restrictions. Malaysia scraps indoor face mask rule as Covid-19 wave eases Masks will still be mandatory for people who test positive for the disease as well as in places such as public transport and health-care facilities, Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin said in a …

COVID-19: Singapore issues new mandatory mask rules
2 years, 3 months ago

COVID-19: Singapore issues new mandatory mask rules

Live Mint  

COVID-19 social mixing restrictions in Singapore will be removed and masks would no longer be required in indoor settings, except in a few places, as per a notification on August 24. In addition to emergency ambulances and medical transport vehicles, mask wearing will continue to be required in all indoor hospital and polyclinic facilities including retail, food and beverage, common …

Punjab Makes Wearing Masks Mandatory In Public Places Amid Rising Covid-19 Cases
2 years, 4 months ago

Punjab Makes Wearing Masks Mandatory In Public Places Amid Rising Covid-19 Cases

ABP News  

Coronavirus in Punjab: Punjab government on Saturday made it mandatory to wear masks in public places. Issuing the guidelines, the Punjab government said that it should be made mandatory to wear masks in educational institutions, government and private offices, malls, and public places. According to the guidelines issued by the Punjab government, it will be mandatory for everyone to wear …

How safe are indoor dining, bars, big events as COVID slams California?
2 years, 4 months ago

How safe are indoor dining, bars, big events as COVID slams California?

LA Times  

Guests hit the midway on opening day at the Orange County Fair at the Costa Mesa fairgrounds earlier this month. “We’re stuck in the ‘everybody wants this to go away,’ but it’s not going to go away,” said Dr. Kimberly Shriner, an infectious disease specialist with Huntington Hospital. “We’re in the middle of the surge, I’m going to ramp up …

Covid cases surge, mask rule back in TS
2 years, 6 months ago

Covid cases surge, mask rule back in TS

Deccan Chronicle  

HYDERABAD: With a sudden surge in daily Covid-19 cases, with most of them being reported from in and around the city, the Telangana health department reimposed the face mask and physical distancing rules. The number of active Covid cases – the number of patients identified as suffering from Covid — that stood at 811 on June 9, rose to 2,375 …

Covid-19: Chandigarh issues health advisory as cases spike again | Do's and dont's
2 years, 6 months ago

Covid-19: Chandigarh issues health advisory as cases spike again | Do's and dont's

India TV News  

Highlights Chandigarh administration released a health advisory in view of rising Covid cases in the city UT had recorded 46 fresh infections on Sunday, the highest in over 4 months Admin stressed masks should be worn in public, added that closed places should be avoided Covid-19 updates: The Chandigarh administration on Monday released a health advisory in view of the …

Bengaluru mandates wearing of masks as Covid cases rise | Check out 5 key developments
2 years, 6 months ago

Bengaluru mandates wearing of masks as Covid cases rise | Check out 5 key developments

India Today  

Bengaluru civic body on Monday made the wearing of masks mandatory in public places as Covid cases rise in the city. Karnataka on Sunday witnessed 301 new Covid-19 cases and one death, the State Health Department said. Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai on Monday said that the government is likely to take a decision on imposing certain Covid control measures in …

Mask in public places now a must says Maharashtra government amid rise in Covid cases
2 years, 6 months ago

Mask in public places now a must says Maharashtra government amid rise in Covid cases

India Today  

Amid a rise in Covid-19 cases, an order was issued by the state government asking citizens to wear masks in public places except open spaces. The state government expressed concern over the rising number of Covid cases to the district authorities. READ | Centre writes to 5 states to monitor situation as Covid cases rise again Talking to India Today …

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