Mah Govt comes up with on-line self-assessment tool for COVID-19
| Date :04-Apr-2020 |
Principal Correspondent :
Maharashtra, Government has come up with COVID-19 self-assessment tool. It is a digital platform, wherein citizens can assess their symptoms from the comfort of their homes and later contact authorities if they have any doubts about their condition, an official release stated.
The State Government has collaborated with Apollo 24x7 and launched an on-line tool, which is available at https://covid-19.Maharashtra.Gov.In/. Immediate medical advice and other relevant contact information are also available on this link wherein the questionnaire is available. Based on the answers to the questions, the tool recommends the user what he or she should do.
As per the guidelines issued by the WHO and Government of India, persons experiencing mild symptoms associated with coronavirus infection are required to self-quarantine or report to a hospital if their condition worsens. The online self-assessment tool allows the authorities to have a real-time dashboard and helps them keep track of people with strong coronavirus symptoms who have used the tool, the release stated. Apart from this, the platform also has dos and don’ts, helpline numbers and other information about the pandemic.
COVID-19 (Coronavirus) - Self Assessment Tool
https://covid-19.maharashtra.gov.in
Self-assess Coronavirus symptoms
Your 1 minute test can help your family and friends
Self-assess daily
Help slow the outbreak
Identify your Covid-19 risk sooner
Get advice from doctors straight away
Enter Your Age,
Select Gender
n Body Temperature
n Normal (96°F-98.6°F), Fever (98.6°F-102°F), High Fever (>102°F), Don’t know
n Are you experiencing any of the symptoms below (mark all those applicable)
n Dry Cough, Sneezing, Sore Throat, Weakness, None of These
n Additionally, please verify if you are experiencing any of the symptoms below (mark all those applicable)
n Moderate to severe cough, feeling breathless, difficulty in breathing, drowsiness, persistent pain and pressure in chest, severe weakness, none of these
Please select your travel and exposure details
n No Travel History, No contact with anyone with Symptoms, History of travel or meeting in affected geographical area in last few days, Close Contact with confirmed COVID in last 14 days
n Do you have a history of any of these conditions (mark all those applicable)
n Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, Heart Disease, Kidney Disease, Lung disease, Stroke, Reduced Immunity, None of These
n How have your symptoms progressed over the last 48 hrs?
n Improved, no change.
worsened, worsened
considerably
Based on your inputs, we advise the following
n Stay home and take care of yourself in home isolation
n Prevention and precautions SEE BELOW
n Laboratory tests and imaging are optional (and as per your physician’s advise)
n COVID 19 testing may be required at your physician’s advise
n Monitor your symptoms and get medical attention if your situation worsens
Dos
n Wash your hands frequently with soap or use alcohol-based sanitizer
n Always cover your nose and mouth with handkerchief/tissue while sneezing and coughing
n Throw used tissues into closed bins immediately after use
n See a doctor if you feel unwell (fever, difficulty in breathing and cough) while visiting doctor wear a mask/cloth to cover your mouth and nose
n If you have these signs/symptoms please call helpline numbers +91 2026127394 or 104 or 011-23978046
Don’ts
n Don’t participate in large gatherings
n Don’t have a close contact with anyone, if you’re experiencing cough and fever
n Don’t touch your eyes, nose and mouth
n Don’t Spit in public places