Kochi: Experts say that the number of people severely affected by Covid has decreased, but deaths due to Covid are spread all over the world. It’s just that all of these deaths aren’t reported as being due to covid due to lack of testing as before. In Europe, Singapore and China, the number of Covid-19 cases is on the rise.
The increase in the number of Covid patients in Kerala after Onam has decreased this month. However, the spread of the disease continues. In addition to this, various types of fever are spreading throughout the state. Most people infected with covid have only the symptoms to stay at home. The percentage of severe cases has decreased compared to last year.
Variants of Omicron are currently in circulation. It is a talent that has the power to increase the transmission of diseases in general. However, there is no need to worry. Meanwhile, the National IMA, which conducts research and studies on the subject, said that if you look at the history of covid infection, there is a strong possibility that a new variant unrelated to the Omicron could break out at any time. Kovid Taskforce co-chair and Kerala IMA The vice president of the research cell, Dr. Rajeev Jayadevan said. The next variant may not be characteristic of the current Omicron. It is therefore not necessary to think that the Covid epidemic is over, it is better for the elderly to stay away from the gatherings in closed and crowded places. The masks are especially protective on the inside. Likewise, social distancing should be respected, he said.
Baiju Bhasi
