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22 May, 8 tweets, 1 min read
Let's do a basic awareness check on #BlackFungus.

Give a shot at these simple queries on #BlackFungus.

It's an anonymous poll, we wouldn't know what you answered - so don't hold back!

1. Black fungus is a new disease. It has been identified after Covid19.

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2. Black Fungus cases are seen only in those with Covid.

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3. Black fungus is contagious. It spreads from one person to another like Covid.

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4. Everyone who had Covid has the same risk of catching black fungus.

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5. Black fungus is caused by Covid.

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6. The fungus can be present in soil, moist walls and even inside us. It is not generated as a result of Covid.

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7. Can Covid vaccines also protect against Black Fungus?

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Answers and explanation of these queries will be provided in subsequent posts. Stay informed.

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24 May
Let's get facts straight and burst some common myths on #BlackFungus.

Share with and educate those around you as well.
#stayaware.

📢 NO. Black Fungus is not a new disease.

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📢 NO. Black Fungus is not contagious. It doesn't spread from person to person.

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📢 NO. Covid doesnt cause black fungus.

It is a fungal attack that happens when immune response is lowered. During Covid, one reason for more cases is due to unscientific use of steroids. Steroids are greatly helpful when used well, but it suppresses immune response as well

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18 May
Reconciliation of deceased cases in MH today: 612 past dated Covid19 deaths added to today's tally after reconciliation.

Total net addition to MH's deceased tally: 1291.

📌Are such reconciliations common? We've seen multiple reconciliations from different states over time.

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➡️ Death reporting happens upstream with data from hospitals getting reported at the district and state levels.
➡️ Given this, there is delay in reported deaths. In certain states, a committee evaluates each case to enumerate deaths directly caused by Covid.

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➡️ Reporting deaths is also a function of data recording compliance at the state/district level. Considering the increased spread of Covid in rural areas in this wave, we can expect delayed reporting of deaths or future audits that bring out more accurate fatality figures.

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17 May
Medical Corner 🩺

❓I have recently recovered from Covid. I am having redness in eyes and blurry vision now. Could it be mucormycosis?
✅ If you are not diabetic, was not on steroids and was not on oxygen during Covid recovery, chances of it being #Mucormycosis is minimal.

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In your case, consult an opthalmologist for the issue with blurry vision.

❓I am having fever after taking the vaccine. What should I do.
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14 May
Isolating in shared spaces has it's own challenges.

How should a family of 4 who live in a 2BHK apartment handle different scenarios of Covid infection?
How should they quarantine if 1, 2, 3 or all of them test positive?

We explore this in this relevant thread. Read on 👇

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Scenario 1: ALL four in the family test positive.

✅ No need for separate quarantine.
✅ Advised to wear double mask/N95 when together.
✅ Do not venture out.
✅ Limit items used inside the home to minimize sanitization later.
✅ Take rest and medicines as advised.

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Scenario 2: One person tests positive.

✅ Isolate the person in bedroom with attached bathroom.
✅ Others to share other rooms.
✅ Others to wear mask, sanitise objects touched and keep distance as much. They could turn +ve in future due to contact.

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14 May
Recommended gap between 2 doses of #covishield increased to 12 to 16 weeks.

📌 A look at the trial data behind this and practice followed by other countries.

✅ Key finding from AstraZeneca (Covishield) studies that showed an efficacy of 76% for 90 days after single dose.

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✅ No significant reduction in protection seen from days 22 to 90 after a single dose - implying that even a single dose can offer significant protection for upto 3 months.
✅ In this case, it was only prudent to spread out the doses so that more could get atleast 1 dose.

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✅ Additional data that showed increased efficacy (for symptomatic cases) when the gap between 2 doses was > 12 weeks. Efficacy of 81% noted with a > 12 week interval.
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While most will recover from Covid from home, there are 2 things that set this illness apart:

Isolation and Uncertainty.

📌 Weariness of Isolation: 14 to 17 days of being alone in a room can take its toll. It can feel monotonous, restricted and lonely.

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Imagine a home where multiple persons have tested positive or with children. The caretaker has a tough task managing regular chores and Covid care for a 2 week period. Even a small task of giving a glass of juice is complicated!

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