District health department ready to combat possible third wave of Covid-19 but public cooperation very much needed
Mohali, December 1, Desh Click News
Amid warnings of a possible third wave of Covid-19 pandemic with the emergence of Omicron variant of COVID-19 in some parts of the world, the Civil Surgeon Dr. Adarshpal Kaur and district epidemiologist Dr Vikrant Nagra has once again sought the cooperation and support of the people in the district. She said that in order to avoid the third possible wave of Covid-19, it is very important to follow three basic guidelines like covering face with masks, keeping distance from each other and washing hands frequently. "It has come to our notice that most people are not paying attention to these basic guidelines. Strict adherence to these precautions is urgently needed at this time” they said. The health officials asserted that all the necessary arrangements have already been made in the district to tackle the third possible wave but the cooperation of the public is very much needed.
Emphasizing on complete anti-Covid vaccination, the civil surgeon said that vaccination for persons above 18 years of age is going on in full swing at government and private health institutions across the district. She further said that every beneficiary must be vaccinated without wasting time as the vaccine gives the body the strength to fight the pandemic. She added that the vaccine is completely safe and everyone should get it without any fear. People who have not yet been vaccinated against Covid or who have not had a second dose should get vaccinated immediately. Covid vaccination is being provided free of cost in various government health institutions across the district. People can go to the nearest health facility and get vaccinated without any hindrance.
Dr Adarshpal Kaur said that it is very important to take precautions even after vaccination. Precautions like wearing masks, keeping distance from each other and frequent hand washing need to be taken as before. People should step out of the house only when there is an urgent need. They should avoid unnecessary travel and crowds. The Civil Surgeon also asked people to visit hospitals in case of any serious problem only. Instead, they should contact the health department's helpline 104 for the expert advice.