In Gujarat, the number of active COVID-19 cases has surpassed 320, marking a worrying trend as the state ranks fourth in the country for active cases, following Kerala, Maharashtra, and Delhi. Over the last 24 hours, Gujarat reported an increase of 55 active cases. This is significant as it is the first reported COVID-19 related death in Ahmedabad in three years. Currently, Ahmedabad has the highest number of active cases in the state, with 163 patients receiving treatment. On May 31, 35 new COVID-19 cases were recorded in Ahmedabad alone, and sadly, a 46-year-old woman from Danilimada passed away while receiving care at LG Hospital.
In May, Ahmedabad witnessed a concerning rise in COVID-19 cases, with a total of 230 cases reported during the month. Out of these, 56 patients have recovered and were discharged, leaving 163 patients still undergoing treatment. In response to this surge, isolation wards have been reactivated at several hospitals including LG Hospital, Vadilal Hospital, Shardaben Hospital, and SVP Hospital.
As the COVID-19 cases continue to rise, there are allegations that the Gujarat Health Department and the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation are trying to conceal data. In contrast, states like Maharashtra, Delhi, and Kerala are regularly updating the public with transparent COVID-19 information.
The situation escalated with a notable increase in cases in Ahmedabad, with 50 new cases reported on June 2 alone. Currently, there are 197 active cases in the city, and in the past week, two patients have died due to the virus. Among the deceased are an 18-year-old woman and a 47-year-old woman, both losing their lives to COVID-19 in LG Hospital.
In Rajkot, an additional seven cases have been reported, including three men and four women. Since May 19, a total of 44 cases have been recorded, with 38 patients still under treatment, while six have recovered. Meanwhile, in Jamnagar, the infection rate has been gradually increasing, with three new positive cases reported recently, leading to a total of 19 active cases in home isolation.
Amid these developments, Health Minister Rishikesh Patel addressed the situation, stating that the recent cases are linked to a sub-variant of the Omicron variant. He assured that the current spike is not alarming and resembles a mild pneumonia-like illness, which has become part of daily life. He noted that deaths may also be attributed to other health conditions that patients may have, which could lead to fatalities if timely treatment is not sought.
The rising numbers of COVID-19 cases serve as a reminder for the public to remain cautious. Health experts continue to advise the importance of wearing masks, maintaining social distance, and practicing hygiene to prevent further spread of the virus. As the state navigates this new wave, the government and health officials are working to ensure that proper measures are in place to handle the increasing number of cases effectively.
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