Govt orders dedicated Covid-19 beds in hospitals

The government has directed all hospitals to prepare dedicated Covid-19 beds by Saturday in the backdrop of the prevalence of the virus in some areas of the country. 

DGHS Director (hospital branch) Dr  Md Mainul Ahsan confirmed the matter at a press conference on Wednesday afternoon.

On Friday, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in a message urged all to wear masks in crowded areas. 

The message particularly urged the elderly and sick people to avoid crowded areas.

“Considering the rise of Covid-19 infection, everyone is being requested to wear masks in crowded areas. Elderly and sick people are asked to avoid crowded places,” the message said.

 A list of 11 directives was also announced at the press conference on Wednesday to prevent the spread of Covid-19. 

The DGHS advised people to wash hands with soap as needed at least for 23 seconds and seven times a day; use masks to cover the nose and mouth; maintain a minimum distance of three feet from infected individuals; avoid touching the eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands; and cover the nose and mouth with an elbow, tissue or cloth when sneezing or coughing.

It asked people to stay at home if they were ill, seek medical attention at the nearest hospital in case of severe illness, and, if needed, contact the IEDCR hotline at 01401-196293.