Free medical assistance responsibility of govt: Health Minister

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January 18, 2021

Belagavi. Jan 18: Karnataka Health Minister Dr. Sudhakar said on Monday that providing free medical assistance is the responsibility of the government.

He was speaking at the review meeting with health department officials here.
Further he said the government has been running a lot of schemes for the benefit of people and the health officers should see to it that it reaches the beneficiaries.

The sought an explanation as to why the super-specialty hospital works is being delayed. The minister instructed that a notice to the contractor for delay in work. All works being carried out in the campus of Belagavi Institute of Medical Science should be completed with time frame.

He expressed his displeasure over the reduction in numbers of delivery cases in Belagavi Institute of Medical Sciences (BIMS) while taluka hospital the delivery rate in the government hospital. He instructed the hospital authorities to install bio-metric to record attendance.

Whether old or new building prime importance should be given to cleanliness all over in the campus. The minister advised to related officials that standard of the service should be raised as per norms of N.A.B.H and N.Q.A.S. Salary, wages should be paid before 5th of every month under NHM he further advised.

DHO S.V.Munyal informed to the minister and said that 84 primary health centers are working round the clock out 139 PHC’s in the district.

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2 babies diagnosed with HMPV virus in Karnataka’s capital, no travel history: Centre

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January 6,2025

Two cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) were reported in Bengaluru on January 6 - a 3-month-old baby who has been discharged and an 8-month-old who is recovering at a hospital in the Karnataka capital. This marks the first reported cases of HMPV in India.

The infected infants and their families have no recent travel history, ruling out exposure from other regions or countries, the health department said.

HMPV is a respiratory virus that often causes mild symptoms resembling a cold but can lead to other complications, particularly in infants, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems. The virus can occasionally trigger pneumonia or exacerbate chronic respiratory conditions. Cases typically rise during the winter and early spring.

The Centre announced on Sunday that it is monitoring HMPV and other respiratory viruses, especially following recent reports of increased respiratory illnesses in China. A Joint Monitoring Group (JMG) convened on January 4 to evaluate the situation, with representatives from the World Health Organisation (WHO), National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), and other health organisations participating.

Respiratory illnesses in China align with seasonal variations caused by viruses such as influenza, RSV, and HMPV. Current surveillance data from India does not indicate any unusual surge in respiratory infections, according to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

As a precaution, the Centre has increased laboratory capacity for HMPV testing. The ICMR will monitor HMPV trends throughout the year, alongside other respiratory illnesses such as influenza-like illness (ILI) and severe acute respiratory infections (SARI). A robust network of surveillance systems, including those operated by ICMR and the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP), continues to track respiratory infections across the country.

Hospitals have been advised to strengthen isolation protocols for suspected cases, ensure the availability of essential medicines, and promptly report ILI and SARI cases through the Integrated Health Information Platform (IHIP).

Precautions to Take:

To reduce the risk of HMPV infection, individuals are advised to:

Wash hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
Avoid close contact with people who have respiratory symptoms.
Wear masks in crowded or high-risk areas, especially during seasonal outbreaks.
Maintain good indoor ventilation by keeping windows open when possible.
Disinfect commonly touched surfaces regularly, such as doorknobs, toys, and tables.
Monitor infants, the elderly, and people with chronic illnesses for symptoms like persistent cough or breathing difficulties.
Seek prompt medical attention if respiratory symptoms worsen or persist.

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