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Two persons in Telangana have been re-infected with COVID-19, confirmed state health minister <keyword id="2805088" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="Eatala-Rajender">Eatala Rajender</keyword>. The minister said that two cases of re-infection were detected among 1.11 lakh cases registered in the state so far. The minister stated that there is no guarantee that a person infected by COVID-19 will not be infected again. "There is a possibility that those producing fewer antibodies may get infected again. There is a need for everyone to remain alert," he said. The minister's confirmation came hours after Director of Public Health Srinivas Rao denied that any person was re-infected by COVID-19 in the state. He had also said that chances of re-infection were remote. "Even in case of re-infection, the symptoms will be mild," he said. The health minister hoped that the number of COVID cases in the state would decline next month. "The cases reach a peak and then start declining. We hope the numbers will come down in September," said Rajender. The minister described mental strength, moral support from the community and oxygen as three ingredients required for COVID treatment. "We have made arrangements for sufficient supply of oxygen in COVID hospitals across the state," he said. In the biggest single-day spike, Telangana on Wednesday reported 3,018 new COVID-19 cases, taking the state's tally to 1,11,688. The death toll also rose to 780 with 10 more people succumbing to the virus during the last 24 hours. The officials said with 0.7-0.8 mortality rate and 76-77 per cent recovery rate, the situation in Telangana was better than many other states. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/personal-finance/news/if-you-have-a-bank-loan-that-you-are-unable-to-pay-restructuring-is-on-its-way/articleshow/77391894.cms">If you have a bank loan that you are unable to pay, restructuring is on its way</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/finance/banks/news/loan-moratorium-still-ends-on-aug-31-while-supreme-court-gives-the-government-another-week-to-clarify-if-accrued-interest-should-be-waived/articleshow/77758597.cms">Loan moratorium still ends on Aug 31 while Supreme Court gives the government another week to clarify if accrued interest should be waived</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/science/news/elon-musks-working-neuralink-device-will-debut-this-friday-over-a-live-webcast/articleshow/77759406.cms">Elon Musk’s ‘working Neuralink device’ will debut this Friday over a live webcast</a>

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Three cases of suspected coronavirus reinfection -- two in Mumbai and one in Ahmedabad -- have been "described" in India, the country's apex medical research body said on Tuesday. Director General Balram Bhargava said the Indian Council of Medical Research had decided upon a cutoff of 100 days for reinfection if it occurs as, according to some studies, antibodies were also assumed to have a life of four months. "Reinfection was a problem which was first described via a case from Hong Kong. Subsequently a few cases were described in India -- two in Mumbai and one in Ahmedabad," Bhargava said at a press conference here. "We have got some data from the WHO, which says that there are about two dozen reinfection cases in the world at the moment," he said. "We are looking at the ICMR database and finding out those who have had reinfection and making telephonic contact to get some data out of them." The definition of reinfection, whether it is 90 days, 100 days or 110 days, is still not decided even by the World Health Organization, according to Bhargava. However, the government is taking the cutoff of about 100 days if reinfection occurs because that is "what we have assumed as the life of antibodies", the official said. "So it's work in progress." Referring to reports of reinfection surfacing in various states, Health Minister Harsh Vardhan had said on Sunday an analysis by the ICMR had revealed that many cases reported as <keyword id="8763838" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="covid-19">COVID-19</keyword> reinfection had been "mis-classified" because the RT-PCR tests could detect dead virus shed for prolonged periods after recovery. "Actual reinfection would mean a fully-recovered person getting infected by a freshly-introduced virus in his/her body, belonging to the same or different strain. ICMR is commissioning a study to understand the true burden of reinfected cases. Results will be shared in a couple of weeks," he had said. <div type="Article" hostid="261" msid="78652090" title="Heavy rains kill 11 people in Telangana" mstype="2" mssubtype="0"></div> <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/india/news/heavy-rains-kill-11-people-in-telangana/articleshow/78652090.cms">Heavy rains kill 11 people in Telangana</a>

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Hyderabad, Apr 19 () A balanced diet comprisingnutrient-rich vegetables, fruits, pulses, cereals and curdcoupled with a healthy lifestyle are the key to boost theimmune system, a focal point in the fight against coronavirus,according to the premier nutrition institute under the unionhealth ministry.Micronutrients (vitamins and minerals) and phytonutrientsthat are primarily available in fruits, nuts, vegetables andwholegrains enhance both native and adaptive immune functionand prevent infection among others, the Indian Council ofMedical Research (ICMR)-National Institute of Nutrition (NIN)here said.The over a century-old NIN, which has attained globalrecognition for its pioneering studies on various aspects ofnutrition research, has given its suggestions to the Centre onnutrition and immunity in the backdrop of the fight againstcoronavirus and sent them to the Centre, it's DirectorHemalatha R said. It has also recommended the amount of food to bedistributed as free ration for the economically deprived,daily wage earners and migrant workers during the ongoinglockdown to keep them food and nutrition secure during thesetough times, she said.Micronutrients also aid immune memory formation thathelps prevent reinfection with the same pathogen, helpscavenge toxins produced in large quantities in the bodyduring infection and immune response, and increase beneficialprobiotic bacteria in the intestine among other benefits,Hemalatha told here.Fruits like papaya, guava, apple, grapes, mango,oranges, tangerines, lemons, sweet lime and goose berries, allseasonal vegetables, including green leafy, and spices,legumes, millets, flesh foods and fish are among those withrich sources of nutrients, she said."Curd is a source of many nutrients and it also improvesgut health by regulating gut bacteria, aidsimmunefunction and reduces inflammation," the Director said.Suggesting dietary and lifestyle guidelines during thesetimes, she said consumption of highly processed foods shouldbe limited and fruit juices and carbonated drinks should beavoided. Consuming meat, poultry and eggs was not risky in presentcircumstances, but hand wash hygiene must be followed afterhandling raw meat, eggs or even vegetables, she said addingthoroughly cooked meat and poultry products may be included indiets in moderation.Avoid too much fat (no more than 30 gm per person perday - preferably more than two varieties of oils), salt (nomore than 5 gm per person a day). Sugar is just calories withno nutrients, hence, keep it to bare minimum, she said.Maintaining ideal body weight, keeping body hydrated withadequate water intake, taking up moderate physical activityincluding yoga to reduce stress and build immunity andavoiding smoking and alcohol consumption are among othersuggestions.She said most infections can be prevented by practicinggood personal hygiene such as washing hands before preparingor eating food, washing hands after cleaning vegetables ormeat, covering mouth with a tissue or cloth while coughing orsneezing. People with diabetes or other chronic illnesses shouldcontinue their regular medication and prescribed healthydietary patterns along with adequate physical activity andkeep themselves stress free," Dr Hemalatha said, replying toa question. The NINs website provides additional information onnutrition, including dietary guidelines. When asked about ICMR-NINs role in the government'sfightagainst COVID-19,she said the institute has recommendedthe required quantum of food to be distributed as free rationfor people affected by the lockdown. Recommendation on amount of food to be distributed asfree ration for the economically deprived, daily wagers andmigrants during the lockdown was provided. "In addition, the Centre sought inputs on nutrition andImmunity from scientific and professional bodies. We haveformulated our suggestions and communicated the same, shesaid.Additionally, the institute has been extending allpossible support to its parent organisation ICMR in the fightagainst COVID 19, Hemalatha said.The NIN has been the nodal centre in Telangana forreceiving the COVID-19 test kits and reagents from ICMR andNational Institute of Virology, Pune and distributing them tovarious test centres, she added. SJR SSVS VS

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