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Study shows more cases of GBS among those infected with COVID-19
Dr Pradyumna Oak, Co-author of the study and Director and Head of Neurology, Nanavati Max Super Speciality Hospital said, “The study has proved an integral co-relation between COVID-19 and GBS, a rare neurological condition that forces the body’s immune system to attack the nervous system, causing potential paralysis. We have found that despite its rarity, COVID-19 appears to be one of the viral infections which causes GBS. Though the prognosis of GBS is extremely good in most patients, we suggest that all COVID-19 should be actively screened by a neurologist to detect early signs of GBS for timely care.”
Private hospital in Delhi records rise in neurological cases among post-Covid patient
The doctors also said that people who have survived the pandemic and those who were infected with COVID-19 are increasingly coming to the hospital many weeks later with symptoms such as headache, giddiness, fatigue, cognitive difficulties, memory problems, anxiety, depression, stroke, pain and sleep disorders. In the OPD, up to 60 per cent of patients are coming with mental health issues like headache, anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, feeling of loneliness etc, they said.
`Unlock 4′:Metro rail allowed from 7th Sept,Cinema halls Educational institutions to remain shut
Social/ academic/ sports/ entertainment/ cultural/ religious/ political functions and other congregations will be permitted with a ceiling of 100 persons from 21st September, but with protocols in place.that involve large gatherings – be it educational institutions, public parks or cinema halls.
College students’ mental health worst-hit by the coronavirus-induced lockdown: Study
“Working professionals registered 41 per cent increase in emotions of anxiety/fear/worry, 34 per cent increase in anger/irritability/frustration, 17 per cent in hopelessness, the feeling of sadness was increased by 18 per cent and the sense of loneliness/boredom increased by 26 per cent,” the report noted.
Global reinsurers report weak half-year earnings as coronavirus claims intensify:Moody’s
Coronavirus-related claims increased significantly during the second quarter
Ongoing uncertainty regarding business interruption claims as policy forms and contract litigation vary
Pandemic related mortality losses in life reinsurance are rising
COVID-19 tally in India climbs to 33,87,500
The death toll climbed to 61,529 with 1,057 people succumbing to the diseases in a span of 24 hours, the data updated at 8 am showed.
The recovery rate was recorded at 76.28 per cent, while the COVID-19 case fatality rate has further declined to 1.82 per cent.
There are 7,42,023 active cases of coronavirus infection in the country which comprises 21.90 per cent of the total caseload, the data stated.
Indian Govt permits meals on flights; airlines can put flyers on no-fly list for refusing to wear mask
As per the DGCA rules, an airline can choose to put an unruly passenger on its no-fly list after internal deliberations. Subsequently, other airlines may follow suit in putting that passenger on their no-fly lists.
Scheduled international passenger flights continue to remain suspended in India since March 23 due to the coronavirus pandemic. However, special international flights have been operating under the ”Vande Bharat Mission” and bilateral air bubble arrangements that have been signed with various countries.
COVID-19 should not be taken lightly:Harsh Vardhan
Nearly four crore tests have been conducted on people.
Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan said that the work to build 75 super speciality hospitals in the country was going on at a fast pace.
Reduced fear of Covid-19 a reason why less people opting for tests: Experts
“Earlier, there was a lot of panic and even for minor symptoms people were coming to hospitals. But now, they know that if they have minor symptoms, they think they will recover. There is some taboo attached to it. They think that authorities will put up sticker outside their home and their neighbours will come to know,” opined.Manoj Sharma, Senior Consultant, Medicine and Incharge at Medeor Hospital Qutab Institutional Area
More than 15 lakh lives covered under exclusive Corona policies:IRDAI chief
“We will be happy if more emphasis will be given by insurers on how to deal with the current pandemic and post pandemic.We will be delighted if more proposals come to deal with present situation,” Subhash C Khuntia, Chairman, IRDA
MR Kumar, chairman, Life Insurance Corporation, emphasized to focus on IDEAS- Investment opportunity, Distribution of insurance products, Economics and efficiencies, Administration of business & focus on technology and Solvency and soundness of the industry.
No more extension for the renewals of motor policies:GI Council
All vehicle owners are advised to get their insurance policies renewed on or before the due date of renewal for continued validity of the insurance policies, said the GI Council on Thursday. .
MoRTH had issued a letter on 24th August 2020 advising State Governments that in case the validity of fitness certificates, permits, driving licences, and registration certificates pertaining to vehicles have expired on or after 1st February 2020 and not extended due to the lockdown, such certificates may be treated as valid until 31st Dec 2020.
India’s coronavirus pandemic hits fast dwindling tribe in remote islands
“It is extremely alarming that members of the Great Andamanese tribe tested positive for Covid-19. They will be all too aware of the devastating impact of epidemics that have decimated their people,” said Sophie Grig, senior researcher.