HYDERABAD: The health department on Thursday advised people not to let their guard down in the Covid19 context and stressed that the “situation is slowly stabilising” in Telangana state.
“Over the last two days of the lockdown, it is being noticed that people are crowding around during the relaxation hours and not wearing masks properly. This is seen at shops, in super markets and even at wine shops. Such behaviour might not help in controlling the spread of the disease and cases,” health director Dr G.Srinivasa Rao said.
The government, he said, will take strict action against those not wearing masks and also forming crowds.
“There is a general trend over the past few days of a lesser number of people approaching hospitals for admission and for treatment. This is a sign that the current second wave might be coming under control,” he said.
On the vaccination drive, he said the second dose of the vaccines will be given to those of 45 years and above and…