Precautionary Alert: Corona, Monkeypox; No need to panic, remain alert

 

 

 

Reports of chickenpox/monkeypox and sudden spike in coronavirus cases in the State prompted authorities to remain more vigilant. In this regard, ‘The Hitavada’ spoke to Dr Sudam Khade, Commissioner, Health Department, Madhya Pradesh, about the present situation and preparedness of the State Government to tackle any situation. Here are some excerpts:

Q: How is the situation in State about corona and monkeypox?

Dr Khade: Yes, in some pockets of the State a few people have come to hospital with fever and skin rashes but there is no need to panic because rashes appear in both chickenpox and monkeypox. As far as coronavirus cases are concerned, our hospitals have reported more than 40 new case in the last three days but nothing to be worried about. The overall situation is under control.

Q: If situation is normal, then why there is need to issue advisory?

Dr Khade: It is normal, especially during the month of June and July every year, cases of fever emerge. As far as monkeypox or chickenpox is concerned, as of now it is not declared on symptom basis. We have issued advisory only as a precautionary measure. People should not be panic but remain alert.

Q: How many districts with such symptoms have been affected?

Dr Khade: In two-three districts, cases of fever with rashes have been registered in the last one month in Chhatarpur, Chhindwara, Datia, Neemuch etc.

The chief medical and health officers of all districts have been directed to take action as per the advisory issued.

Q: What about new coronavirus infections in the State when the number of active cases has reached 567?

Dr Khade- Of course, there is some rise but nothing to worry. Situation is under control. In last 24 hours, 45 coronavirus cases were reported. We are taking steps to control things.

In the month of June, July and August communicable disease spread fast.