The health experts’ prediction that the third wave of Covid-19 would hit the country in 6-8 weeks has prompted hospitals in the state to gear up to fight the pandemic by upgrading infrastructure.
Speaking to media, on Saturday Belagavi DC MG Hiremath said that Belagavi Institute of Medical Sciences (BIMS) hospital has set up a 171-bed Covid ward in paediatric department for the children aged between one and 17 years. And we have 121 doctors exclusively for treatment of the children’s. He added that all kinds of preparations are being made to deploy doctors of private hospitals.
To curb the spread of Covid, Strict checking is being done in the borders. In neighboring Maharashtra, the corona third wave is more likely to hit early. so Those who entering Belagavi from Maharashtra must have a negative report. He said.