Amid a surge in Covid-19 cases in Karnataka, the Department of Health and Family Welfare Services issued an advisory to Health Care Workers to stay vigilant and work with health authorities.
The health department emphasized on early detection, containment of outbreaks, and monitoring of variants through integrated surveillance, highlighting the importance of adherence to public health guidelines.
Healthcare personnel were reminded of the high risk of acquiring Covid-19 if they do not follow proper protection protocols while managing patients, and they were directed on essential action points for screening and testing.
The advisory also emphasized on infection control measures, promotion of community hygiene practices, and the use of appropriate PPE by healthcare workers to prevent the spread of Covid-19.