New Delhi: India recorded over 3.82 lakh new COVID-19 cases and 3,780 deaths in the last 24 hours, as per the Union Health Ministry on Wednesday (May 5, 2021). The country, going through the second wave of coronavirus, now has a total of 2,06,65,148 COVID-19 cases, of which, 1,69,51,731 people have recovered, while 2,26,188 have succumbed to the virus.
The unprecedented surge in COVID-19 cases across India has resulted in the unavailability of beds and lack of oxygen supply in several hospitals.
Check all details on current COVID-19 situation, oxygen and hospital beds:
Mumbai: List of centres that will vaccinate 45+s. The vaccine will be administered to ones with online booking. Walk-in only for Health Care Workers and Frontline Workers.
List of centres that will #vaccinate 45+s Please check the list for details of time & vaccine being administered at respective centres
Vaccine will be administered to ones with online booking. Walk-in only for Health Care Workers and Frontline Workers #MyBMCVaccinationUpdate pic.twitter.com/ky7TZbeFCN
— माझी Mumbai, आपली BMC (@mybmc) May 9, 2021
ICMR's guidelines for Clinical Management of mild, moderate and severe COVID-19 cases: Check the Twitter thread below
Searching for updated #ICMR guidelines for Clinical Management of Mild , Moderate and Severe #COVID-19 cases? we have got you covered! #IndiaFightsCorona #Unite2FightCorona
(Thread) pic.twitter.com/Pe8ehHvcTf
— MyGovIndia (@mygovindia) May 5, 2021
Guide on how to take care of mild COVID-19 cases at home below: (Also, do consult a doctor)
Haryana: COVID-19 lockdown is imposed in the state till May 10 (5:00 AM). Below is the list of all the essential services, for which you need to obtain the movement pass:
COVID-19 illness guide: The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting Ministry has shared simple instructions to follow in case a person is infected with COVID-19. The simple guide tells what a patient must do in case of mild, moderate or severe symptoms. Check it out:
#COVID19 patients suffering from mild disease must isolate themselves and follow the COVID appropriate behaviour
Seek immediate medical attention if you have difficulty in breathing or fever lasting more than 5 days#Unite2FightCorona #StaySafe pic.twitter.com/mrXC2ihpaD
— PIB India (@PIB_India) April 30, 2021
Uttar Pradesh Helpline: The UP government has released a district-wise list of COVID Helpline numbers. People have been advised to connect to the 'Integrated Command Centre' through the helpline numbers provided for each district. Here is the list:
Dr Randeep Guleria, Director, AIIMS, Delhi on Remdesivir: It is no panacea. It should be given only to those patients who are hospitalized or to the patients who have moderate and severe conditions and the oxygen saturation is less than 93.
#Remdesivir is no panacea. It should be given only to those patients who are hospitalized or to the patients who have moderate and severe conditions and the oxygen saturation is less than 93: Dr. Randeep Guleria, Director, AIIMS, Delhi. #IndiaFightsCorona @MoHFW_India @PMOIndia pic.twitter.com/BwiYWJ4s2z
— MyGovIndia (@mygovindia) April 27, 2021
Jharkhand: The Ranchi District Administration has collaborated with an online medical portal- mDoc, to provide free e-consultation service for COVID-19 patients in home isolation. Check - http://mdoc.in
Helpline numbers for Migrant workers: Check out the Twitter thread below for the Government's State Level Helpline Numbers for Migrant workers stranded in various States.
To ensure uninterrupted services, the Government has State Level Helpline Numbers for Migrant workers stranded in various States. Don't panic, simply reach out to these numbers for any assistance. #StayHomeStaySafe #IndiaFightsCorona pic.twitter.com/kYrtlzXhJG
— MyGovIndia (@mygovindia) April 26, 2021
Myth Buster: Reports stating that COVID-19 patients recover from the intake of rock salt along with raw onion are FAKE!
Should menstruating women take the COVID-19 vaccine or not? Check the response below:
Those of you wondering if women can get vaccinated during menstruation or not, here is the answer! Listen to Dr. V K Paul, Member, Health @NITIAayog. #IndiaFightsCorona @MoHFW_INDIA @PMOIndia @PIB_India @MIB_India @drharshvardhan pic.twitter.com/To9EUQP1qf
— MyGovIndia (@mygovindia) April 26, 2021
#Fake post circulating on social media claims that women should not take #COVID19Vaccine 5 days before and after their menstrual cycle.
Don't fall for rumours!
All people above 18 should get vaccinated after May 1. Registration starts on April 28 on https://t.co/61Oox5pH7x pic.twitter.com/JMxoxnEFsy
— PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) April 24, 2021
Myth Buster: Reports stating that hospitalisation is necessary after testing COVID-19 positive are FAKE, clarifies the central government as hospitalisation is not required for all cases.
Are smokers and vegetarians less vulnerable to COVID-19? See PIB's fact check below.
Media reports claim that @CSIR_IND survey reveals smokers & vegetarians are less vulnerable to #COVID19 #PIBFactCheck: Presently, NO conclusion can be drawn based on the serological studies that vegetarian diet & smoking may protect from #COVID19
Read: https://t.co/RI3ZQA7ac6 pic.twitter.com/gQRVDvACfl
— PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) April 26, 2021
Myth Buster: Younger people and children are at high risk of catching the virus in the second wave of COVID-19 is a MYTH, the Government of India has clarified.
Try these prone positioning methods as an aid to help someone breathe better during COVID-19:
Proning as an aid to help you breathe better during #COVID19 pic.twitter.com/FCr59v1AST
— Ministry of Health (@MoHFW_INDIA) April 22, 2021
Delhi: Delhi Police sets up a digital data bank ''Jeevan Rakshak'' for COVID-19 plasma donors and seekers.
INITIATIVE| #JeevanRakshak #Plasma Donors & seekers data bank set up by #DelhiPolice on https://t.co/o3yP3uVGmw for needy #covid patients to save lives. 21 policemen registered within 24 hours. Covid warriors are urged to register by filling google form https://t.co/9rmosYCmPs pic.twitter.com/OeoasNalwK
— #DilKiPolice Delhi Police (@DelhiPolice) April 24, 2021
Why you need to take the COVID-19 vaccine shot, go check this webinar by Dr Shekhar Salkar.
WATCH LIVE
Webinar on why you need to get vaccinated for #COVID19 by Dr. Shekhar Salkar.#IndiaFightsCorona #Unite2FightCorona @MoHFW_INDIA @drharshvardhan @goacm @DrPramodPSawant @PIB_India https://t.co/RjoGtDG6v0
— #IndiaFightsCorona (@COVIDNewsByMIB) April 26, 2021
Tamil Nadu: Tele Counselling Centre numbers - 044 4612 2300 / 044 2538 4520 for COVID-19 related queries and emergencies in Chennai.
Dear Chennaites,
Call our Tele Counselling Centre at 044 4612 2300 / 044 2538 4520 for Covid related queries and Covid-19 Emergencies in #Chennai.
Share this with everyone.#Covid19Chennai #GCC#ChennaiCorporation pic.twitter.com/NCHi9ugKER
— Greater Chennai Corporation (@chennaicorp) April 18, 2021
Registered to get yourself vaccinated? Check the steps below
#LargestVaccineDrive #Unite2FightCorona
Here’s a step-by-step process on how to register yourself on CoWIN portal for getting #COVIDVaccination appointments. Vaccination drive opens for everyone between 18-45 years from 1st of May, 2021. pic.twitter.com/e4NXL1ajCw
— Ministry of Health (@MoHFW_INDIA) April 25, 2021
Myth Buster: Rumours claiming that new COVID-19 strains have made the virus deadly are FAKE, confirms Centre.
Rumours claiming that new strains have made the virus deadly are FAKE! Do not fall prey to misinformation being spread online! Trust only authentic sources! For more updates, visit https://t.co/CKhgW2LA7d. #MyGovMythBusters #IndiaFightsCorona pic.twitter.com/GmUFCOEhgz
— MyGovIndia (@mygovindia) April 26, 2021
How to check oxygen level on the pulse oximeter: Check how it works.
The pulse oximeter is used to measure the oxygen level (oxygen saturation) of the blood. But do you know how does it work? Take a look! #IndiaFightsCorona pic.twitter.com/YAToaH8hIq
— MyGovIndia (@mygovindia) April 24, 2021
Uttar Pradesh: Here is the list of 55 private hospitals in Lucknow where admission doesn’t require any kind of permission
The government is making sure that the Healthcare services reach the needy on time. Here is the list of 55 private hospitals in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh where admission doesn’t require any kind of permission. #IndiaFightsCorona pic.twitter.com/iZ3P26rjqS
— MyGovIndia (@mygovindia) April 24, 2021
Delhi: Here is the list of Distributors of Remdesivir injections in the national capital.
As the demand for #Remdesivir is exponentially increasing, the Govt. is ensuring the availability and distribution of the drug to Hospitals, Nursing Homes & admitted patients. Here is the list of Distributors of Remdesivir injections in Delhi. #IndiaFightsCorona pic.twitter.com/TaqrcA9grm
— MyGovIndia (@mygovindia) April 24, 2021
Maharashtra: Here are the contact details of the Ward War Room in Mumbai for COVID-19 beds and ambulance requirements.
Here are the contact details of the Ward War Room in Mumbai, Maharashtra for COVID-19 beds and ambulance requirements. Take a look! #IndiaFightsCorona pic.twitter.com/rNGIOZ1QJ8
— MyGovIndia (@mygovindia) April 25, 2021
Plasma Donation do's and dont's: If you are planning to donate plasma to a COVID-19 positive patient, here are the government's do's and don'ts you should know about!
If you are planning to donate plasma to a COVID positive patient in Delhi, here are the do's and don'ts you should know about! #IndiaFightsCorona #Unite2FightCorona pic.twitter.com/98mtaDmpZA
— MyGovIndia (@mygovindia) April 24, 2021
Delhi: Looking for Plasma from ILBS Plasma Bank? Here's what you need to know
Are you looking for Plasma from ILBS Plasma Bank, Delhi? Here are the important instructions you need to know! #IndiaFightsCorona @MoHFW_India @PIB_India @MIB_India pic.twitter.com/otcIiqhQ2d
— MyGovIndia (@mygovindia) April 26, 2021
Myth Buster: Are smokers and vegetarians less vulnerable to COVID-19? The answer is NO. Here's what the government says:
Media reports claim that @CSIR_IND survey reveals smokers & vegetarians are less vulnerable to #COVID19 #PIBFactCheck: Presently, NO conclusion can be drawn based on the serological studies that vegetarian diet & smoking may protect from #COVID19
Read: https://t.co/RI3ZQA7ac6 pic.twitter.com/gQRVDvACfl
— PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) April 26, 2021
Delhi: Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) releases Helpline numbers at Sardar Patel Covid Care Centre, Radha Soami Beas, Chhatarpur, New Delhi.
Helpline numbers at Sardar Patel Covid Care Centre, Radha Soami Beas, Chhatarpur, New Delhi.
011- 26655547
011- 26655548
011- 26655549
011- 26655949
011- 26655969E-Mail IDs:
spcccdelhi@itbp.gov.in
controlspccc@itbp.gov.in#Himveers#COVID19 #Unite2FightCorona pic.twitter.com/Sdf20HXcGr— ITBP (@ITBP_official) April 26, 2021
