HEALTH MINISTER VEENA GEORGE
Meet Keir Starmer, who is expected to become the next Prime Minister of Britain
Labour leader Keir Starmer is a former human rights lawyer turned state prosecutor whose ruthless ambition and formidable work ethic look set to propel him to Britain's highest political office. He is friends with human rights lawyer Amal Clooney from their time together at the same legal practice and once recounted a boozy lunch he had with her and her Hollywood actor husband George Clooney.
Shashi Tharoor, Rajeev Chandrasekhar continue to spar over AIIMS in Kerala
The ongoing dispute between Congress MP Shashi Tharoor and BJP leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar over the establishment of AIIMS in Kerala escalated. Tharoor asserting that no MP can unilaterally decide the location of the medical institution, while Chandrasekhar criticissed Tharoor for not fulfilling promises to Thiruvananthapuram. Despite Tharoor's efforts, the central government approved Kerala's proposal to place AIIMS in Kozhikode, sparking further political tension leading up to the 2024 elections.
Kerala govt to start 10,000 yoga clubs this year: Health Minister
Kerala's Health Minister, Veena George, announced plans to establish 10,000 new yoga clubs in the state this year. The move is part of the state's 'Yoga for Individual and Society' initiative, which aims to promote a healthy body and mind by warding off diseases and strengthening the immune system.
Denied permission to visit Kuwait for fire relief efforts: Kerala minister
The fire incident has claimed the lives of 49 people, with 40 of them being Indians. Out of these, 23 are from Kerala. The state government had decided to send George to Kuwait to help with the relief efforts, including treatment for the injured and the repatriation of the deceased.
Kerala rains cause havoc: Four dead as IMD issues orange alert in 9 districts, flights disrupted, dam shutters opened
Heavy rains in Kerala have resulted in flooding, flight delays, and road damages. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert in nine districts, urging residents to take precautions. The Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) has advised against venturing into the sea, and the health department has established a control room to manage epidemic prevention activities.
Kerala govt activates emergency operation centres amidst heavy rains
Kerala government opens emergency operation centres in all districts to tackle heavy rains, mudslides, and issues warnings to tourists about possible landslides in hilly areas. Safety boards will be installed to warn travellers, and night travel bans may be imposed in hilly areas. District collectors address intense water logging, uprooting of trees, and Health Minister Veena George warns about epidemics.
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Probe ordered into alleged irregularities by Pinarayi Vijayan's daughter's firm: Centre to Kerala HC
The Centre informs the Kerala High Court about the issuance of an order under the Companies Act for an investigation into alleged irregularities by Veena T's software firm, daughter of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. The court directs the Centre to submit the order before January 19. The court also allows respondents, including the chief minister, his daughter, her firm, Cochin Minerals and Rutile Ltd (CMRL), and Kerala State Industrial Development Corporation Ltd, to respond to the Centre's order.
Kerala Health Minister refutes allegations of inaction amid rising COVID-19 cases
Describing the steps taken by the Health Department to deal with the COVID-19 cases, the minister said that measures have been taken to ensure the availability of isolation wards, rooms, oxygen beds, ICU beds, and ventilators in hospitals. From December 13 to 16, an online mock drill was conducted involving 1,192 government and private hospitals to ensure their preparedness, she said.
First woman judge of SC, former TN Governor Justice Fathima Beevi dead
Justice Fathima Beevi, the first woman judge of the Supreme Court and former Governor of Tamil Nadu, passed away at the age of 96 in a private hospital. State Health Minister Veena George expressed deep condolences, noting Justice Beevi's significant achievements and describing her as a brave woman who exemplified the ability of willpower and a sense of purpose to overcome adversity through her own life.
Possibility of Nipah virus presence in bats in Wayanad: Kerala govt
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has reported the possibility of Nipah virus presence in bats in Wayanad district, according to the Kerala government. State Health Minister Veena George clarified that this does not indicate fresh cases of the virus, but serves as a caution to the health system and the public. She also mentioned the successful completion of isolation and quarantine periods for those in contact with the infected individuals. The government has implemented various measures, including the creation of a Kerala One Health Centre for Nipah Research.
Bats in Kerala's Wayanad test positive for Nipah virus: ICMR
Kerala Health Minister Veena George revealed that a month after the Nipah scare in Kozhikode, ICMR tests on bats from Wayanad showed positive results. She stressed the importance of caution for health professionals in patient examinations. In September, Kozhikode suspected a Nipah outbreak with two deaths and six positive cases, leading to over 1000 tests.
No new Nipah case in Kerala, confirms Health Minister Veena George
At present, 915 people were there on the contact list and 365 samples had been sent for examination so far, George said in a statement here after an evaluation meeting. The condition of all those persons under treatment, including that of the nine-year-old boy is stable as of now, she said.
Kerala to conduct seroprevalence survey on Nipah virus outbreaks in Kozhikode
The state of Kerala in India will conduct a seroprevalence study on the Nipah virus, which has been repeatedly found in Kozhikode district. The study aims to understand the disease burden, transmission patterns, and risk factors associated with the virus. The Chief Minister has expressed concern over the repeated outbreaks and the lack of clear answers from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).
Nipah in Kerala: Restrictions relaxed in containment zones in Kozhikode
The Disaster Management Department in Kerala's Kozhikode has relaxed the restrictions in the district as no new cases of Nipah virus infection were reported in the state, the officials informed on Tuesday.
Nipah situation is totally under control in Kerala: Minister Veena George
According to Kerala Health Minister Veena George, the situation regarding the latest Nipah outbreak in Kerala is under control. More than 200 samples from high-risk contacts have tested negative. All four patients under treatment are stable, and the condition of a nine-year-old boy, who was on ventilator support, is improving.
Nipah virus: Samples of 61 high-risk contacts test negative, situation under control: Kerala Health Minister
The Health Minister said that the State health department had sought the help of the police to attain mobile tower locations of the deceased. "The mobile tower location has been checked with the help of the police to trace the source of the virus in the first patient," George said.
No new positive case of Nipah; 61 negative results: Kerala government
Kerala has reported no new cases of Nipah virus since September 16, with 61 high-risk contacts testing negative for the virus. The state's Health Minister, Veena George, stated that genomic sequencing results to confirm the absence of a second wave would be available soon. Central teams are surveying relevant locations, and the situation is said to be under control.
Nipah Virus: Schools, and colleges to remain closed in Kozhikode till September 16
In the wake of the Nipah virus outbreak in Kozhikode district, the district collector has declared a holiday for all educational institutions including Anganwadis, Madrasas, Tuition Centers) including professional colleges on September 16, in addition to the two-day holiday already declared for September 14 and September 15. The university and PSC exams scheduled remain unchanged.
One more case of Nipah virus confirmed in Kerala, says state Health Minister
A new case of Nipah virus has been confirmed in Kozhikode, bringing the total number of cases to five. The infected individual is a 24-year-old health worker at a private hospital. The state government has taken measures to contain the virus and ensure public safety. Surveillance, contact tracing, and isolation wards have been implemented.
Kerala shuts schools and offices to curb deadly Nipah virus
The southern state of Kerala in India has implemented measures to contain the spread of the Nipah virus, which has already claimed two lives. Schools, offices, and public transport have been shut, and strict isolation rules have been put in place. The virus, which is spread through contact with infected bats, pigs, or humans, has a high mortality rate but is less infectious. Health officials are focusing on tracing contacts and isolating symptomatic individuals. Three federal teams have arrived to conduct tests and survey the bat population in affected areas.
Nipah virus kills two persons in Kerala; two others, including 9-yr-old boy, test positive, says state government
"Nipah virus infection has been confirmed in Kozhikode district. Two people died due to infections. Of the four people whose saliva was sent for testing, two were Nipah positive and two were Nipah negative," Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said in a Facebook post.
NIV teams to arrive in Kerala following Nipah confirmation; virus is Bangladesh variant: Health Minister
Teams from the National Institute of Virology (NIV), Pune, will set up a mobile lab at Kozhikode Medical College in Kerala to test for Nipah and conduct a bat survey. The move comes after four people in Kozhikode district tested positive for Nipah infection. The Health Minister confirmed that the virus strain in Kerala is the Bangladesh variant, which spreads from human to human with a high mortality rate.
Kerala Nipah alert: Health Minister to hold high-level meeting today
Kerala Health Minister Veena George has called for a high-level meeting after two "unnatural deaths" were reported in Kozhikode district, with health officials suspecting Nipah virus infection. The deceased individuals were admitted to a private hospital, and their close relatives are now in the Intensive Care Unit. The health department has issued an alert in the district and samples have been sent for testing. Nipah virus, which is potentially fatal, is caused by fruit bats and can lead to respiratory illness, fever, and other symptoms.
Kerala: Health alert in Kozhikode after 2 'unnatural' deaths due to fever
The two deaths are suspected to be due to Nipah Virus and the relatives of one of the deceased are in the ICU, stated the health department. A high-level meeting was held and chaired by Kerala Health Minister Veena George in this regard.
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