Since January, a total of 8,282 Covid-19 tests have been conducted in Maharashtra, of which 435 turned out to be positive. On Tuesday alone, 66 new cases were reported from the state. Eighteen cases were reported from Pune, seven in Thane, and four cases in Navi Mumbai
So far, 106 patients have recovered from the virus. Currently, 325 active Covid-19 patients remain under treatment across the state. Representational pic
Maharashtra is witnessing a surge in the Covid-19 cases. However, health authorities said that most patients are exhibiting mild symptoms of the virus.
Since January, a total of 8,282 Covid-19 tests have been conducted in Maharashtra, of which 435 turned out to be positive. On Tuesday alone, 66 new cases were reported from across the state, with Mumbai recording 31 cases.
Eighteen cases were reported in Pune Municipal Corporation, seven in Thane Municipal Corporation, four in Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation, three in Panvel Municipal Corporation, two in Nagpur Municipal Corporation and one in Sangli.
So far, 106 patients have recovered from the virus. Currently, 325 active Covid-19 patients remain under treatment across the state. The majority of cases are mild and are being managed through government health facilities, which continue to offer testing and treatment services.
However, four deaths have been reported since January, all involving patients with underlying health conditions. These included cases of nephrotic syndrome with seizures, cancer, cerebrovascular disease, and diabetic ketoacidosis combined with respiratory infection.
Health officials emphasise that the increase in Covid-19 cases is not unique to Maharashtra but has also been observed in other states and some countries worldwide. The administration has urged to remain calm and continue following the recommended safety protocols.
Kalyan-Dombivli civic body reports first Covid-19 fatality in its limits
The Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC) in Thane district has reported its first Covid-19 fatality with a woman succumbing to the virus while undergoing treatment at a hospital, an official said, reported news agency PTI.
Dr Deepa Shukla, the officer in charge of the KDMC's Medical Health Department, confirmed the death on Monday.
She said four Covid-19-infected patients were detected within the municipal limits after the coronavirus cases saw a spike in parts of Maharashtra, including adjoining Mumbai.
Of these, one woman died, another patient with mild symptoms was discharged after treatment, a third is undergoing treatment in a private hospital, and the fourth has been transferred to Chhatrapati Shivaji Hospital in Kalwa for further care, Shukla informed, reported PTI.
Despite the emergence of cases, Shukla urged citizens not to panic and appealed for adherence to health precautions.
The Medical Health Department advised individuals with co-morbidities and senior citizens to avoid crowded, enclosed places and prioritise mask usage in public. Maintaining hand hygiene, avoiding public spitting, and using handkerchiefs or similar items while sneezing or coughing are also emphasised, reported PTI.
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