In cases where the media representatives find that COVID-19 norms are ignored in mass functions, they can immediately call the COVID Control Room on Ph: 1077, 0821-2423800 or 2957711 or 2957811 or the Police Control Room on: 100 or 0821-2418339. Mysore/Mysuru: After months of creating awareness and educating public on wearing of face masks and…
No sound & smoke this Deepavali ?
November 3, 2020Step to aid COVID management, patients MCC likely to ban bursting of crackers in residential areas People can celebrate festival in open spaces within time-limit By Shyam Sundar Vattam Mysore/Mysuru: Taking a strong note of prevailing COVID-19 pandemic situation, the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC), in its efforts to keep the air breathable, is planning to…
Tourist spots and district border will remain open: Deputy Commissioner
November 3, 2020Mysore/Mysuru: Ruling out closure of all tourist places and inter-State borders, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Rohini Sindhuri has said all preventive steps have been taken to keep COVID-19 under check. Talking to reporters here on Monday, she asked people to take all precautions as per Union Health Ministry guidelines following reports of possible spurt in Corona…
GP Member celebrates daughter’s wedding by honouring over 100 Corona Warriors
November 2, 2020Mysore/Mysuru: The Corona Warriors were overwhelmed and motivated by the honour they received for their service during the pandemic, after one of their community members (a Doctor) was chosen to inaugurate this year’s Dasara festivities and a few others feted during the inaugural of the simple yet traditional Dasara. These real life heroes were remembered…
COVID-19 test must for factory workers: DC
November 2, 2020Mysore/Mysuru: With Deputy Commissioner Rohini Sindhuri directing the Industrial Bodies to make COVID-19 test mandatory for factory workers as part of an effort to control the spread of the deadly pandemic, all industrial workers are now supposed to undergo the test. The DC, who held a meeting with representatives of various industries and office-bearers of…
‘COVID Negative’ report must to enter Mysore Palace
October 29, 2020New rule from tomorrow; Additional Rapid Antigen Testing teams to be posted at Palace, Zoo Mysore/Mysuru: With six visitors testing Corona positive on Wednesday, Mysore Palace Board authorities have decided to let in only those who produce COVID-19 ‘negative’ report at the entrance. This new rule will come into effect from tomorrow to ensure the…
District Administration addresses complaints of Corona patients
October 28, 2020Mysore/Mysuru: Three complaints received against Private Hospitals have been addressed, said District Health Officer (DHO) Dr. T. Amarnath. Speaking to Star of Mysore this morning, the DHO said Deputy Commissioner (DC) Rohini Sindhuri, in a bid to rein in Private Hospitals following complaints of excess billing, had constituted a Committee headed by Dr. Ravi, Family…
Expect vaccine by early 2021, says Minister Dr. Sudhakar
October 28, 2020Vaccine is still under trials; hence pricing is not discussed. Technical Committee will be formed in collaboration with Union Health Ministry and it will decide on distribution of vaccine. Health workers and persons with comorbidity to be vaccinated in first level. COVID safety guidelines must be followed during upcoming winter season of November, December and…
Remdesivir effective in COVID-19 treatment: Dr. C.N. Manjunath
October 28, 2020Bengaluru: Dr.C.N. Manjunath, Cardiologist and Director, Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and Research, Bengaluru, has said the use of antiviral drug Remdesivir has been very effective in the treatment of COVID-19 patients. Participating in a virtual panel discussion on Infectious Diseases Control organised by e-Health magazine published by Elets Technomedia recently, he said the…
Apollo Hospitals Group launches post-Covid Recovery Clinics
October 28, 2020Mysore/Mysuru: The Apollo Hospitals Group recently launched post-COVID Recovery Clinics across the Hospital network. The Recovery Clinics will address the rising number of patients who have recovered from COVID but are suffering from the mid and long-term persistent effects of the infection. Over 50 percent of COVID patients suffer from problems that include breathlessness, chest…
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