In view of the sudden surge of COVID cases in different countries, the Indian Medical Association has alerted and appealed to the public to follow COVID appropriate behaviour with immediate effect. As per the available reports, nearly 5.37 lakh new cases have been reported in the last 24 hours from major countries like the USA, Japan, South Korea, France and Brazil. India has reported 145 new cases in the last 24 hours out of which four cases are the new China variant -BF.7.
Indian Medical Association appealed to the Government to upscale the preparedness for any such situation as seen in 2021 by issuing necessary instructions. It also called on the concerned Ministries and Departments to make available emergency medicines, oxygen supply and ambulance services. It said as of now, the situation is not alarming and therefore there is no need to panic.
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It advised that face masks should be used in all public places, Social distancing, and regular hand washing with soap and water or sanitisers. IMA advised that public gatherings like marriages, political or social meetings, etc., as well as International travel, should be avoided. People are requested to consult the doctor in case of any symptoms like fever, sore throat, cough, loose motions etc.
