Insta
One COVID-19 Patient Can Infect 406 If Physical Distancing Measures Are Not Followed, Says Govt Citing ICMR Study
Swarajya Staff
Apr 27, 2021, 11:14 AM | Updated 11:14 AM IST
Save & read from anywhere!
Bookmark stories for easy access on any device or the Swarajya app.
Citing a study conducted by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), the Government yesterday (26 April) said that inability to follow proper physical distancing measures can result in one person infecting as many as 406 people with COVID-19 in a span of just 30 days, reports Hindustan Times.
During the Government's dedicated presser on the COVID-19 situation in the country, NITI Aayog member (health) Dr VK Paul urged the citizens to not go out until absolutely necessary and to wear masks even at home. He also cautioned the people against inviting outsiders.
Dr Paul also shared, "If exposure through physical distancing is reduced by 50 per cent 1 person ends up infecting only 15 people instead of 406, reducing it by 75 per cent means 1 individual can infect only 2.5 people. We request everyone to understand this aspect, and pay attention to both clinical management and infection control."
Meanwhile, AIIMS director Dr Randeep Guleria cautioned against occupying hospital beds out of panic, asking people to get admitted only when their doctors recommend. He emphasised, "We have to reduce the number of cases and use hospital resources optimally. The judicious use of oxygen is very important. Right now, there is an unnecessary panic."
Save & read from anywhere!
Bookmark stories for easy access on any device or the Swarajya app.
Introducing ElectionsHQ + 50 Ground Reports Project
The 2024 elections might seem easy to guess, but there are some important questions that shouldn't be missed.
Do freebies still sway voters? Do people prioritise infrastructure when voting? How will Punjab vote?
The answers to these questions provide great insights into where we, as a country, are headed in the years to come.
Swarajya is starting a project with an aim to do 50 solid ground stories and a smart commentary service on WhatsApp, a one-of-a-kind. We'd love your support during this election season.
Click below to contribute.