Amid the coronavirus outbreak, commuters from China, Vietnam, Japan, Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, Nepal, South Korea, Iran and Italy have to undergo thermal screening at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA). However, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's (BMC) Standing Committee urged the authorities to start screening at railway station's and toll plaza's as well.
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As per reports, there is one suspected case of coronavirus in Mumbai who had travelled from Dubai and is now admitted in Hinduja Hospital. However, BMC and the hospital have denied any new case in the area.
Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray requested that people should not panic and also shared that the State Government is trying their best to get the situation under control. He further said he hopes that the coronavirus epidemic gets burnt in the Holi fire.
"When there was an outbreak of swine flu, the Dahi handi celebrations were cancelled. I pray that the coronavirus epidemic gets burnt in the Holi fire. I want to tell people that the next eight days are crucial and we have to remain cautious."
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As a precautionary measure, the BMC hospitals are all geared up. They have kept 100 beds ready in isolation wards across Rajawadi Hospital in Ghatkopar, KB Bhabha Hospital in Bandra, KB Bhabha Municipal Hospital in Kurla and Hinduhridaysamrat Balasaheb Thackeray Trauma Care in Jogeshwari. Additionally, 24 health teams consisting of six members will be deployed at every ward to monitor patients who may show symptoms of coronavirus. Two teams will be deployed at the international airport to monitor the situation around the clock.
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Talking about the same, Dr. Mala Kaneria, Consultant of Infectious Diseases at Jaslok Hospital said, "Avoid agglomerations (gathering of people) as far as possible. Maintain a social distancing of at least 3 feet (preferably 6 feet) when interacting with people. Practice respiratory hygiene, that is, use a disposable tissue while coughing or sneezing. Practice hand hygiene meticulously. Use an alcohol-based hand rub or wash hands with soap and water. Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth regularly as these are the portals of entry for the virus. The virus does not survive on surfaces for more than 6 to 12 hours, depending on the porosity of the surface. Hence regular wiping of surfaces with household detergents is recommended."
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