As predicted, Omicron is sweeping across the country. India is yet to peak in the number of daily cases as the wave spreads into hinterlands, even as certain metros like Mumbai and Delhi appear to have peaked. Fortunately, our healthcare system is not overwhelmed so far. The credit for our ability to absorb the current wave despite its ferocity goes to multiple factors. The
Earlier, there were reports claiming that paracetamol 500 mg tablets were being given to children along with Covaxin the only approved Covid vaccine for teenagers in India. Vaccine maker Bharat Biotech clarified that Paracetamol or painkillers are not recommended for teenagers after being vaccina
Amid the Omicron scare, people wish to know the general precautions that they need to follow in case they have tested positive for coronavirus. If you are one of those, here are some suggested by Dr SP Sondhi that might come in handy for you!
It is essential to mask yourself properly, take both doses of vaccines (if not yet vaccinated), maintain social distancing and maintain good ventilation to the maximum possible, the guidelines said.