Intensity of 3rd wave of viral diseases often less: DME
The Hindu
Herd immunity cited as reason for less severity
Intensity of third wave of viral diseases are less since many people achieve immunity and take vaccines if available, said Telangana’s Director of Medical Education (DME) K Ramesh Reddy. Citing experience with other diseases, he said cases and severity of diseases would be less due to the two factors. The senior official also said that the second wave is usually severe than the first wave as herd immunity is not achieved. Addressing a press conference here on Monday, Dr Reddy and Director of Public Health G Srinivasa Rao spoke about the preparations for the third wave, number of people the State government aims to vaccinate by June-end, importance of maintaining precautions against COVID to avoid third wave, and other topics.More Related News