The WHO on Tuesday changed its recommendations for COVID vaccines, suggesting that high-risk populations should receive an additional dose 12 months after their last booster.
A nationwide mock drill is also being planned for April 10-11 wherein health facilities from all districts are expected to participate. Details of the mock drill will be communicated in the meeting today
Re-emphasising the need for robust testing, the statement noted that in the past several weeks, in some states, Covid-19 testing has declined and the current testing levels are insufficient as compared to the standards prescribed by WHO i.e 140 tests/million
Both public and private hospitals will take stock of preparedness in terms of drugs, beds, ICU, medical equipment, medical oxygen, and human resources during the mock drill, according to the advisory.
In 2021, Kirron was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer. She bounced back after her cancer recovery and was one of the judges on the reality show, India s Got Talent.