Amidst spread of the highly infectious Omicron variant of coronavirus bringing back the fears of possible third wave, leading health hub, Tata Main Hospital (TMH) has come up with 1000 plus oxygen equipped beds as part of its preparation.
Out of these beds 450 are based at the hospital’s premises, 100 beds have been prepared with facilities of ventilator, while 550 beds are based out of the hospital. The hospital was operating 591 Covid beds out of these 441 beds at TMH during the second wave.
During a telephonic media interaction, Dr Rajan Choudhry, advisor, and former general manager, medical services, Tata Steel said that going by the number of positive cases being reported in the city it can be said that it is the beginning of the third wave. “ In the last three weeks we have tested 46 Covid positive cases. In the last two weeks 11 were tested positive but now the cases have reached 46.
It is a clear indication that it is the beginning of the third wave. As per our study cases will rise in the next two weeks but in mid- February third wave will be at its peak, informed Dr Choudhry.
Talking further about preparations for the third Covid wave, Dr Choudhry said that the hospital is focusing on infrastructure development. The hospital is acting proactively to strengthen facilities, so the situation could be handled in the best possible way. He further noted that despite the fall people should continue to avoid crowding, wear masks and follow social distancing. This will reduce the chances of spread of the virus. If we remain serious about the protocols the virus will further reduce significantly.
The advisor reiterated that people must take precautionary steps to ensure further safety. Avoid crowds, wear masks and maintain distance. They should continue to avoid crowding, wear masks and follow social distancing. This will reduce the chances of spread of the virus.
Answering queries, Dr Rajan Choudhry, said that during the upcoming New Year it is important for the people to avoid crowding. “We should celebrate the festival with family and friends but we must avoid crowding. We must adhere to social distancing and wear masks,” he noted.
