Explore

Healthy Living

News

Health A-Z

Calculators

Articles

Drugs

Directories

Education

More

Search Medindia

Medindia » News » Coronavirus News » COVID-19 In Karnataka: Cases Raised to 2.33 Lakh

COVID-19 In Karnataka: Cases Raised to 2.33 Lakh

by Ramya Rachamanti on Aug 18 2020 5:37 PM

Karnataka's coronavirus toll crossed the 4,000 mark to reach 4,062 as 115 more patients succumbed to the virus, while 6,317 new infections took its tally to 2.33 lakh.

COVID-19 In Karnataka: Cases Raised to 2.33 Lakh

Karnataka's covid-19 case toll crossed the 4,000 mark on Monday. Health Commissioner Pankaj Kumar Pandey said that 7,071 people have been discharged after treatment, taking the number of recoveries to 1.48 lakh.

Of the total cases, 80,643 are active and 695 patients are in ICU.

Coronavirus

Coronavirus
Coronaviruses infect animals, humans, and birds. Human coronaviruses, such as SARS, MERS, and 2019-nCoV cause respiratory distress and even death. The S protein is the infectious agent of the virus.

TOP INSIGHT

Did You Know

Bengaluru Urban continues to be the ground zero of the pandemic in the state, registering 2,053 more cases, raising the city's tally to 91,864.
Read More..

The state's death toll is led by Bengaluru, with 1,483 fatalities, with Mysuru a distant second at with 309.

Bengaluru Urban continues to be the ground zero of the pandemic in the state, registering 2,053 more cases, raising the city's tally to 91,864, out of which 34,408 are active.

Mysuru accounted for 597 infections, followed by Shivamogga (397), Ballari (319), Udupi (268), Hassan (250), Kalaburagi (211), Dharwad (201) and Belagavi (171).

Source-IANS

Recommended Readings

COVID Vaccination for Pregnant Women

COVID Vaccination for Pregnant Women

The Indian Government has approved Covid-19 vaccination of pregnant women, who are to be counselled and informed regarding the risks and benefits of the vaccines.

Neck Cracking

Neck cracking or neck popping is caused by quick movements to loosen the ligaments and joints of the neck. Cracking can occur in the knuckles, lower back, hips, ankles and toes. Rarely, neck popping may puncture blood vessels.

Indian Namaste the Preferred Greeting over Conventional Handshake

Indian Namaste the Preferred Greeting over Conventional Handshake

COVID-19 pandemic is causing changes in how we greet each other. The traditional Indian way of greeting with folded hands (Namaste) is now being preferred over handshake. Namaste has more to it than just being a greetings, read to find out

COVID-19 Vaccine: Myths and Facts

COVID-19 Vaccine: Myths and Facts

Debunking several misconceptions or myths that have surfaced regarding covid vaccination is important and focus on the facts related to COVID-19 vaccines.

COVID in Children

COVID in Children

Covid-19 virus has affected many children during the second wave. Many factors play a role in COVID in children and the management of COVID in children. Therefore, it is highly essential for parents to know and understand the symptoms in children.

How to Find Joy and Hope during COVID Times

How to Find Joy and Hope during COVID Times

Covid-19 has affected many physically, mentally and emotionally. Finding ways to maintain well-being can help manage the tough circumstances better. Here are some ways that help you foster joy and hope during COVID times.

Latest Coronavirus News

How Consistent Nutrition Helps Fight Pediatric Long COVID

How Consistent Nutrition Helps Fight Pediatric Long COVID

Economic uncertainty, discrimination, and unreliable access to food considerably raise Long COVID risk in children. Social assistance is a protective factor.

New Milestone Opens Global Access to Trusted Rapid COVID Tests

New Milestone Opens Global Access to Trusted Rapid COVID Tests

WHO has prequalified two rapid COVID-19 antigen tests, confirming their safety and quality and expanding access to fast, affordable testing worldwide.

Why Depression Hit Physically Active Older Women Harder

Why Depression Hit Physically Active Older Women Harder

The disruption in daily routines and lockdown-induced isolation had a higher impact in older women who are biologically young, experiencing depression risks.

Genetic Clues to Long COVID: Who's Most Vulnerable?

Genetic Clues to Long COVID: Who's Most Vulnerable?

By analyzing global biological datasets with AI, researchers identified key genes and biomarkers behind long COVID, enabling more precise diagnosis.

COVID Goes Wild: How Zoo Animals Are Shaping SARS-CoV-2 Evolution

COVID Goes Wild: How Zoo Animals Are Shaping SARS-CoV-2 Evolution

A zoo outbreak shows how SARS-CoV-2 rapidly evolves in animals, revealing why monitoring COVID-19 in wildlife is vital for future pandemic prevention.

⬆️