Karnataka Health Department Issues COVID-19 Guidelines for Schools Ahead of Reopening

COVID-19 Precautions for Schools in Karnataka

In light of the ongoing COVID-19 situation and the planned reopening of schools in June, the Karnataka Health Department has released a circular urging both government and private educational institutions to implement health precautions for students. This directive follows a review meeting led by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on May 26.

Key Guidelines Include:

If students exhibit symptoms such as fever, cough, or cold, they should not attend school. Parents are advised to seek appropriate medical care as recommended by healthcare professionals.

Children should only return to school once they have fully recovered from any symptoms. If a child arrives at school displaying symptoms, parents must be notified, and the child should be sent home. Additionally, teachers and non-teaching staff are encouraged to take necessary precautions if they experience similar symptoms.

It is crucial to maintain COVID-19 Appropriate Behaviour (CAB), which includes practices like hand hygiene and proper cough etiquette.

As per the Union Health Ministry, India currently has 2,710 active COVID-19 cases, with 1,170 recoveries reported. The nation has seen seven fatalities across various states, with underlying health conditions contributing significantly to these cases.

In Delhi, one death was recorded involving a 60-year-old woman who had acute intestinal obstruction post-surgery, where COVID-19 was found incidentally. Gujarat also reported a death, with further details pending. Karnataka confirmed a fatality of a 70-year-old man who suffered from multiple health issues, including diabetes and hypertension, with his COVID-19 status awaiting RT-PCR confirmation. Maharashtra reported two deaths linked to severe respiratory conditions and comorbidities. Punjab and Tamil Nadu also recorded fatalities involving patients with significant health challenges.

Kerala currently has the highest number of active cases at 1,147, while Bihar is still awaiting daily updates on COVID-19. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation and stressing the importance of continued vigilance.