Covid sampling and vaccination in full swing in district: Dr Adarshpal Kaur
District health department ready to combat possible third wave of Covid-19, public cooperation very much needed
Mohali, December 15:
Civil Surgeon Dr. Adarshpal Kaur once again appealed to the district residents to take all necessary precautions to stay away from the deadly disease of Covid-19. She said that the basic guidelines like wearing masks, keeping social distance from each other and frequent hand washing are not being followed by many people, which is a matter of grave concern. She said that as there are warnings of a possible third wave of Covid-19 pandemic with the emergence of the Omicron variant of COVID-19 in some parts of the world including India, so it is very important to follow these basic guidelines. Strict adherence to these precautions is urgently needed at this time.
Dr. Adarshpal Kaur said that all arrangements have already been made in the government health facilities of the district to tackle the third possible wave of Covid-19. While the Covid sampling is in full swing in various places, Covid vaccination is also going on with full steam. In addition, the number of beds in hospitals has been significantly increased and the cooperation of the public is very much needed.
Emphasizing on complete anti-Covid vaccination, the civil surgeon 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.