The news of COVID-19 hasn’t faded in Pakistan. The National Institute of Health (NIH) has confirmed 16 new cases of COVID-19 across the country from December 24, 2023, to December 30th, 2024.
In total, 16 confirmed new cases of COVID-19 have been reported till now. The number may seem small as compared to the pandemic times but it signals the revival of the Corona Virus and reawaken the concerns about its potential spread.
From December 24, 2023, to December 30th, 2024, the NIH conducted a rigorous testing regime. They conducted 3,609 coronavirus tests nationwide to confirm new COVID-19 cases. Extensive testing was performed to monitor and identify any potential emergence and spread of COVID-19 cases across the country.
In the meantime, global health concerns have intensified with the spread and emergency of a new variant of the coronavirus, identified as JN-1.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the new variant of COVID-19, JN-1, has been detected in 41 countries across the globe. It has sparked a worldwide alert to monitor its impact and spread.
For the Pakistani nation, it is important to remain keen-eyed by maintaining basic hygiene practices such as social distancing, mask-wearing, etc. People should stay cautious, especially in crowded settings.
Moreover, people should stay updated about the latest developments regarding the JN-1 variant of coronavirus and its potential risks.
For Pakistani authorities, this revival and comeback of COVID-19 necessitates an aggressive approach. The authorities should continuously monitor the situation, scale up the testing, and efficiently contact tracing to prevent any potential virus outbreak.
In addition to this, the authorities should make sure that the affected and vulnerable populations should have access to necessary healthcare resources. They should clearly communicate public health guidelines.
If you encounter any covid like symptoms, then consult a professional doctor in Pakistan as soon as possible.
You can also book an appointment with the best COVID doctor via Marham’s application.