A 51-year-old man in Arunachal Pradesh has tested positive for COVID-19. This brings the total number of cases in the current wave to three. The man tested positive on May 28 at Ramakrishna Mission Hospital in Itanagar. He took a rapid antigen test, and the result confirmed the infection.
This new case follows two earlier infections reported on May 27. A pregnant woman and her mother had tested positive the day before. Health officials confirmed those cases through RT-PCR testing. The tests were done at the Virus Research and Diagnostic Laboratory of Tomo Riba Institute of Health and Medical Sciences.
The pregnant woman is 34 years old and is 21 weeks along. She showed symptoms like fever and mild cough. She had returned to Itanagar from Bengaluru on May 13. Her 53-year-old mother, who had no symptoms, also tested positive.
The pregnant woman is now being treated in a hospital. Her mother is in home isolation. Health officials say they are tracing all close contacts. They are also watching the situation carefully.
So far, the state has tested four samples. Three of them have come back positive. Medical teams are checking people who had contact with the patients. They are also making sure others in the area are safe.
The state health department says the new COVID-19 variant seems to be less severe. Most patients are showing mild or no symptoms. But the department is still taking strong steps to control the spread.
A health advisory is expected soon. It will be prepared with help from the National Centre for Disease Control in Delhi. The advisory will guide the public on how to stay safe.
People in Arunachal Pradesh are advised to follow basic safety steps. These include washing hands, avoiding crowds, and staying home when feeling unwell. Masks are not required, but wearing one in crowded places is a good idea.
Hospitals in the state are ready to handle more cases if needed. Supplies such as test kits and protective gear are being checked. Staff at medical centers have been told to stay alert and prepared.
Travelers arriving in the state are being asked to stay alert for any symptoms. If they feel sick, they should get tested as soon as possible. COVID-19 can cause fever, cough, and sore throat. People who are older or have health problems should take extra care.
Across India, a slight rise in COVID-19 cases has been seen in recent weeks. Some of these are linked to new variants of the virus. Experts are watching the situation but say there is no need to panic.
Vaccination remains an important way to stay safe. Booster doses are also being encouraged for older people and those with health risks. The central government continues to advise states to test and track all new cases.
In Arunachal Pradesh, health workers are visiting homes to spread awareness. They are sharing safety information in local languages. Their goal is to help people stay calm and follow health advice.
The situation in the state is under control for now. The health department is monitoring it closely. More updates will be shared as needed.
