Coronavirus pandemic: Easy tips for diabetics to stay safe.

Coronavirus pandemic: Easy tips for diabetics to stay safe

Considering the lower level of immunity, diabetics must ensure they take adequate precautions.

While the novel coronavirus is said to affect children and elderly more, it could equally be fatal for people with diabetes as the chances of infection flare up, as per Dr Jothydev Kesavadev MD, diabetologist, Thiruvananthapuram. In a video message, Dr Kesavadev explained the causative relationship between possible coronavirus infection and diabetes, whether type 1 or type 2. “I don’t say Covid-19 is a fatal disease. It is a fast spreading disease but the case fatality rate is relatively lower. However, in the presence of diabetes, the incidence of deaths are slightly more as the infection flares up,” he mentioned.

Dr Kesavadev explained that people with diseases like diabetes have low immunity, which is why their susceptibility to infections like coronavirus increases. Recently, actor Tom Hanks, who has been living with type 2 diabetes, tested positive for coronavirus. Cases like these make it essential to look at measures that diabetics can take to prevent the infection. Besides washing hands frequently and disinfecting surfaces, Dr Kesavadev shared tips for diabetics while stressing that they should be in regular touch with their healthcare providers/dietician.

Tips for diabetics to stay safe

As per Dr Kesavadev, it is extremely important to make sure you are controlling diabetes appropriately. “Frequently monitor the sugar levels at home with a glucose meter and ensure sugar is not above 180mg/dL. Lower the better. For hypoglycemics, under 70mg/dL,” he mentioned.

Never be idle at home; try to stay active. As per Dr Kesavadev, in diabetes, activity is equally important. “Ensure you are exercising for 30 minutes per day. In subjects with type 2 diabetes, in children and adolescents, the recommended duration is over an hour per day,” he said. Stressing on the importance of not letting social distancing make one lazy, he recommended one wake up at the same time every day, take a bath and be active. He also suggested that it is not a good practice to sit and work continuously for an hour in one place. Instead, take a break in between for five minutes and move around.

Drink plenty of water. Every half hour, sip a small quantity. It is important for hydration. Make sure the amount of liquids matches the advice of your doctor and dietician.

Get at least eight to 10 hours of sleep daily.

If you have a fever, sore throat or joint pain, avoid ibuprofen. It might worsen the existing illness.

Many hospitals are arranging telemedicine consultations. If you cannot avail fresh lab results, doctors can suggest modifications based on earlier results.

When the disease is over, if you have not vaccinated against Pneumococcal Pneumonia and influenza, you must do so as there is an international consensus which says it is a must for patients with diabetes.

Don’t be anxious or angry. Relax. Be positive. Read. Listen to music. Dance. The counter-regulatory hormones have a tendency to increase glucose levels and have the tendency to reduce the immunity level.
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INDIA FACING MORE CORONA POSITIVES DURING THE LAST 24 HOURS

As. the World is facing a very challenging time, India is not exception and the present position is increasing from time to time even though the Govt and it machineries are more concern and vigilant to tackle the situation the current position of the Corona cases are as under


WORLD POSITION

1,055,179

Deaths:

55,731

Recovered:

223,886

 India is also facing more challenging time ahead with total cases of 

Total number of coronavirus positive cases in India rises to 2,547 (including 2,322 active cases, 162 cured/discharged and 62 deaths): Ministry of health and family welfare

Now 204 countries are under infection and increasing.

 As this is the most difficult time going on we must pray before the almighty to help us so that the sufferings can be ended.

Symptoms of cold, flu and covid-19.

Some known symptoms of cold, flu and covid-19.

As of now, there are 935817 confirmed cases and 47208 deaths according to WHO.

As the cases of Covid-19 increase day by day, experts have rounded off some of the common symptoms that can be misinterpreted by people. As the number of positive cases increase, the medical facilities may get overwhelmed making things worse. To combat this scenario, government officials have requested everyone to practice self-isolation and social distancing.

As of now, there are 935817 confirmed cases and 47208 deaths according to WHO. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), around 80 per cent of people contracting COVID-19, caused by the novel coronavirus recover without requiring any specialist treatment and suffer only mild, cold-like symptoms.

Here are some common symptoms that were given out by the National Institute of

Allergy and Infectious Diseases, CDC and WHO. 

Cold 

* Rare fever

* Rare headache

* Slight aches and body pain

* Mild fatigue and weakness

* Nothing such as extreme exhaustion

* Stuffy nose is common

* Usual sneezing

* Common sore throat

* Mild coughing

* Rare shortness of breath

Flu 

* High fever

* Intense headache

* Usual body pain

* Intense fatigue and weakness that might last to two to three weeks

* Usual exhaustion

* Stuffy nose sometimes

* Something sneezing

* Common sore throat

* Mild to severe coughing

* Rare shortness of breath

Coronavirus (Still evolving) 

* Common fever

* The patient may have a headache

* The patient may have body pain

* The patient may feel fatigue and weakness

* The patient may feel extreme exhaustion

* Patients have reported stuffy nose

* Patients have reported sneezing

* Patients have reported sore throat

* Coughing is common

* In more serious infections, patients have shortness of breath

According to WebMD, The average time it takes people to get sick after being exposed to the virus is about five days. Some people get sick faster, just a day after being exposed, while others don’t fall ill for about two weeks.

1 Spoon of Cow Ghee will keep you healthy.

According to Ayurveda, drinking ghee in the morning on an empty stomach treats the body like rasa, which is a major source of nutrition for every single cell in the body.

There is no doubt that ghee is considered as healthy fat and is often recommend to be consumed raw by drizzling it over hot cooked meals. Ghee enhances the absorption in the small intestine and decreases the acidic pH of our gastrointestinal tract. Cow’s ghee is a natural source of antioxidant which eliminates free radicals and inhibits oxidation process.

According to Ayurveda, drinking ghee in the morning on an empty stomach treats the body like rasa, which is a major source of nutrition for every single cell in the body. It also says that ghee improves the process of cell rejuvenation which helps in the healing process of the body. So much so that it even helps in losing weight. The butyric acid and medium-chain triglycerides in ghee help in mobilising stubborn body fats and flushing them out of the body leading to increase in good cholesterol. But one should not go overboard with the consumption.

Here’s how you need to start your day with ghee.

* Consume one teaspoon of cow’s ghee with warm water in the morning.

* You can also mix a teaspoon of ghee with raw turmeric and boil it. Consuming this concoction every morning helps improve immunity and cure dry cough.

* One can also grind raw turmeric and one teaspoon ghee and make a morning drink.

Some of the benefits of starting the day with ghee

* It naturally lubricates the joints and promotes the formation of lubricants in the bone joints.

* It acts as a natural moisturiser and helps the skin to glow from within.

* Ghee comes packed with essential amino acids that help in reducing belly fat. The presence of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids help lose body fat.

* Lack of sleep or stress or too much work may end up leaving dark circles around your eyes. Turn to ghee to reduce them in no time. You just need to apply it lightly around the eyes before bedtime.

* Ghee is a super-rich source of fatty acids and antioxidants that makes it an excellent conditioner for dry and frizzy hair.

Today on 2nd April. 2020.

After wake up at 4.35 AM, It reminded me the great day of Lord Ram Navami the day we the Hindus observe across the world. But the Pandemic CORONA reminded me that the no observation no celebration and no gathering for common good.

I Prayed for the well being of the pepople of the whole world that, "OH GOD KINDLY FORGIVE US AND HELP US TO GET RID OF THIS VIRUS AND SAVE YOUR BEUTIFUL CREATION,"

After one hour YOGA and a short bath and Puja, had a look to the status of the COVID-19 Infection and recovery and really upset after geting the following information.

                                                            World                        India
Total Positive Cases in 200 countries 935840                     1764

Total Death                                         47241                          50

Total Recovery                                   193700                        151

It really disturbed me by noticing the above numbers and not a single country except the CHINA who said to be beginer of VIRUS is suffering with day by day increasing cases.
437 New Coronavirus Cases, 6 Deaths In India
The situation is alarming despite Govt. action to control.

I personally request all the dear ones to "Stay home and Stay Safe" is the mantra for all our well being.

Jay Hind.

CORONA PANDEMIC

During the last 24 hours CORONA has grown beyond control.

The world position is total 889153 affected cases

Recovered cases 188185 and Death 44317.

Most Critical cases 34531

During the last 24 hours cases have been increased dramatically in USA & ITALY.IRAN, SPAIN AND UK.

There are 1637 cases in India with death of 38.

The most dangerous thing is that Delhi Nizamuddin religious Prgramme has created the most threat and added the danger of community spreading and as per the news they have hide intentionally in different part of the country where the whole country is now in danger of CORONA which may creat havoc for the irresponsible and may do very harm to this country.

Hence we must be very careful and stay home stay safe as these people now have reached and staying within there community and moving without quarantine.

My personal request every one must help this by observing this social distancing by heart.

JAY HIND.

How to Contribute to PM Cares Fund Account Details, tax benefit:

To support the most caring Indian Government at this difficult times, Hon. PM Modi Ji, I have tried to reach before you for your generous and easy understanding to support:

How to Contribute to PM Cares Fund-Account Details & Tax benefit: 

To have a dedicated national fund with the primary objective of dealing with any kind of emergency or distress situation, like the current COVID-19 pandemic, and to provide relief to the affected, the Union government has set up a public charitable trust under the name of ‘Prime Minister’s Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situations Fund’ (PM CARES Fund)’. 

Prime Minister will be the Chairman of this trust and its Members include Defence Minister, Home Minister and Finance Minister. “People from all walks of life expressed their desire to donate to India’s war against COVID-19.

India Witnesses A Sharp Spike In COVID-19 Cases In The Past 24

Respecting that spirit, the Prime Minister’s Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situations Fund has been constituted. This will go a long way in creating a healthier India,” PM Modi tweeted today. The donations to this fund will also enjoy tax benefits.

Provided by The Financial Express Modi govt launches PM Cares Fund; Check account details, tax benefit.

How to donate to PM Cares Fund

Citizens and organisations can go to the website pmindia.gov.in and donate to PM CARES Fund using following details:

Name of the Account : PM CARES

Account Number : 2121PM20202

IFSC Code : SBIN0000691

SWIFT Code : SBININBB104

Name of Bank & Branch : State Bank of India, New Delhi Main Branch

UPI ID : pmcares@sbi

Modes of payments are available on the website pmindia.gov.in

Debit Cards and Credit Cards

Internet Banking

UPI (BHIM, PhonePe, Amazon Pay, Google Pay, PayTM, Mobikwik, etc.)

RTGS/NEFT 

Tax Benefit on donation to PM Cares Fund

Donations to PM Cares Fund will be exempted from income tax under section 80(G).

PM Modi tweeted, "It is my appeal to my fellow Indians, Kindly contribute to the PM-CARES Fund. This Fund will also cater to similar distressing situations, if they occur in the times ahead. This link has all important details about the fund." 

Micro-donations accepted in PM Cares Fund

You can micro donations to PM Cares Fund. The PM-CARES Fund accepts micro-donations too. It will strengthen disaster management capacities and encourage research on protecting citizens. Let us leave no stone unturned to make India healthier and more prosperous for our future generations."