<h5>What is the current status of COVID-19 cases in India?</h5><p>COVID-19 is making a comeback in India. The country has seen an increase in COVID cases in recent weeks. India has registered more than 11,000 new COVID cases in the previous 24 hours. But, experts have said there is nothing to worry about. The increase does not appear to be a new wave but rather an endemic cycle.</p><p>Experts are also saying cases may continue to rise over the next 10-12 days before decreasing. Despite the number of growing cases, hospitalisation is still low and is expected to remain so. The current increase in COVID cases is due to XBB.1.16, a subvariant of Omicron.</p><p>But, the good news is that no incidents of hospitalisation or death were reported because of it. The government has asked people to take precautions to avoid getting infected with this disease.</p><h5>What is the government doing about the rising COVID-19 cases?</h5><p>Due to the rise of COVID-19 cases nationwide, India has increased its subvariant surveillance. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has asked individuals to practise proper COVID-19 behaviours (maintaining distance, washing hands, wearing masks, etc.).</p><p>Last week, India’s Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya held a meeting with all state and union territory health ministers. He urged them to remain vigilant and prepare for this disease. He also encouraged state health ministers to examine health preparedness with district administrations and health authorities.</p><p>The state health ministers were also asked to conduct mock drills to check all hospital infrastructure on the 10th and 11th April, 2023. Many states have asked people to wear masks while going out in public places. People showing flu-like symptoms have been asked to stay at home.</p><p>Serum Institute of India also announced that they have resumed production of the COVID-19 vaccine Covishield due to the rise in COVID-19 cases in India.</p><h5>Why are COVID-19 cases rising in India?</h5><p>The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has stated that the reason for the recent COVID increase in India could be a relaxation of COVID-19 rules. It has also increased due to the low testing rate and the emergence of a new COVID type. Many people have also let their guard down against the disease.</p><p>A lot of people showing symptoms also refused to be tested. All these have resulted in the virus spreading unnoticed and infecting more people. The virus that causes COVID is constantly changing, giving rise to new subvariants such as XBB.1.16. This new subvariant can spread easily, but thankfully it is not very lethal.</p><h5>How can one protect themselves from the latest rise in COVID-19?</h5><p>The IMA has advised people to wash their hands regularly and use hand sanitiser when outside. Wearing a mask, especially in busy locations, is also recommended. The citizens of the nation have also been warned to avoid congested and poorly ventilated areas.</p><p>One should also maintain a 1-metre distance while in public. The IMA has also advised people to get vaccinated or get the booster dose. By taking these precautions seriously, we can all work together to protect ourselves and our families from this disease.</p>

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