Kerala reports 273 Covid cases in May; Health officials advise on staying safe amid rising infections in India

Kerala Health Minister Veena George on Friday asked all districts in the state to increase Covid-19 monitoring because of a rise in cases in Southeast Asia. She said health officials should watch carefully for any rise in infections and act quickly.

She spoke during a meeting with district medical and surveillance officers.

In May, Kerala reported 273 Covid-19 cases, the minister said.


Kottayam had the highest number with 82 cases, followed by Thiruvananthapuram with 73, Ernakulam with 49, Pathanamthitta with 30, and Thrissur with 26.

George stressed the importance of early reporting and said taking care of oneself was key to controlling the virus.

She advised people with symptoms like cough, sore throat, or breathing difficulties to wear masks.

Elderly people, pregnant women, and those with serious health conditions should wear masks in public and when travelling.

Masks are still compulsory in hospitals, and health workers must wear them at all times. The public is also asked to avoid unnecessary visits to hospitals, she added.


Inputs from PTI