Emergency supplies will be sent to Indian hospitals in need of support during the Covid crisis after funds were raised at a Norwich restaurant last week.
Breathe India Initiative launched in Karnataka
Breathe India Initiative launched in Karnataka
20 May 2021 | News The initiative is run by Covid India Campaign
The Breathe India Initiative run by Covid India Campaign was recently launched in Karnataka. Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka Dr Ashwath Narayan took part in the inauguration where he dedicated machines, patient monitors and other medical equipment and supplies to the society in the presence of ADGP Reserve Police Alok Kumar.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr Narayan thanked the organisers for coming together in such a short time and supporting six centres. He said, “We thank Covid India Campaign for supporting the state government of Karnataka in this time of need by launching the Breathe India initiative and the seven community oxygen centres across the state. This initiative has been instrumental in easing the need for oxygen in the hospitals and augmenting the entire healthcare system in the state”
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IITians rally in fight against Covid through technology, fundraising
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Faculty and researchers from IITs have come up with ways to produce more oxygen. Alumni are putting their vast networks to use especially in foreign countries to raise funds. Students are volunteering their time and efforts to create databases for sourcing verified leads for oxygen, plasma and beds, while recent pass-outs are holding mentoring sessions online, the proceeds of which go to Covid-related charities.
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IIT-Bombay has come up with a solution to convert pressure-swing absorption (PSA) nitrogen plants to generate oxygen. It can produce oxygen at a purity level of 93-96%.