Mangaluru: The COVID-19 mortality rate in Dakshina Kannada may be low but the individuals mustn’t let their guard down, stated Karnataka Health Minister K Sudhakar on Wednesday (March 31).
He made the assertion a day after authorities imposed Section 144 within the district as a consequence of rising COVID-19 instances.
“The mortality rate in Dakshina Kannada district may be low at present but that does not mean the guard can be let down in the fight against COVID-19. I have asked the District administration to strictly enforce the guidelines for travellers from Kerala,” Sudhakar stated.
Expressing displeasure over frontline staff not coming ahead to take the COVID-19 vaccination, he stated that the transfer doesn’t encourage confidence among the many public.
“Dakshina Kannada district is doing well in terms of healthcare but there is a need to do better,” he added.
Earlier within the day, the Health Minister toured Kudupu (Vamanjoor) Primary Health Centre (PHC), Bantwal Taluk General Hospital, Wenlock District General Hospital and Lady Goschen Hospital, to evaluation their functioning and their preparedness for the COVID-19 combat.
Sudhakar additionally introduced that the Punjalakatte PHC in Bantwal taluk of the Dakshina Kannada district will quickly be upgraded to worldwide requirements.
Speaking to the media after a evaluation of the Dakshina Kannada district well being equipment, Sudhakar stated that the Punjalakatte PHC, which was constructed on a four-acre land throughout the British period, required an up-gradation as footfalls have elevated manifold.
The transfer has already been authorised by Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa within the current funds to develop PHCs to international requirements.
The plan will be developed at a value of Rs 6 crores, together with the development of housing for medical doctors, nurses, and Group D staff.
“I inspected the Bantwal Taluk General Hospital today. The officers concerned have brought to my attention many issues including appointment of Group D workers and procurement of some medical equipment,” he stated including that these points would be resolved.
He additional stated that though the Bantwal Taluk General Hospital has services to hold out surgical procedures, it isn’t getting used at present.
