Karnal reports first Covid case of the year, patient in home isolation

Karnal has reported the first Covid case this year, prompting health officials to step up preventive measures across the district. The patient, who tested positive through RT-PCR, has been placed under home isolation and is being closely monitored by health authorities.

As per health officials, the female patient has a travel history of Delhi.

Dr Anu, deputy civil surgeon and nodal officer of Covid-19 programme, said that three samples were tested through RT-PCR method and one was found positive. “This is the first confirmed case of the year. We are currently investigating the patient’s travel history to assess possible sources of transmission,” she said.

Dr Neelam Verma, deputy civil surgeon, said that all the Primary Health Centres (PHCs) and Community Health Centres (CHCs) in the district have been directed to collect samples of the patients showing symptoms similar to Covid-19. The aim is to ensure early detection and containment of disease.

She also urged the public to follow Covid-appropriate behaviour, including wearing masks in crowded places, maintaining hand hygiene, and observing social distancing where required. She appealed residents to get themselves tested immediately if they experience symptoms such as fever, cough, cold or fatigue.

Dr Anu reassured the public that there is no need to panic. “The current variant detected is not considered dangerous, but caution and early testing are key to keeping the spread under control," she said.

Haryana Tribune