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‘Mistakes of 2021 being repeated’: Top doctors warn against unwarranted medications, tests to treat Covid
In an open letter, 32 doctors and health experts from India, Canada and the US called on centres, state governments, Indian Medical Associations and medical professionals to stop the use of medicines and diagnoses without evidence to support the treatment of Covid-19.
“While considerable uncertainty remains in the outbreak of this novel disease, there is now a wealth of high-quality scientific literature that provides clear guidance for the clinical management of Covid-19. Despite the importance of this evidence and the triangular wave of , but we find that the mistakes of the 2021 response are repeated in 2022,” the doctor wrote in the letter.
These “mistakes” include prescribing drugs such as vitamin combos, azithromycin, doxycycline, hydroxychloroquine, favipiravir and ivermectin, which have limited evidence of their effectiveness against Covid-19.
“As the delta wave shows, this indiscriminate use of drugs is not without harm. Outbreaks of opportunistic fungal infections such as mucormycosis in India and aspergillosis in Brazil have been attributed to widespread misuse of inappropriate drugs,” the letter reads. Unnecessary CT scans, d-dimer and IL-6 laboratory tests are recommended, even in asymptomatic or mild cases, against hospitalization of Covid patients without clinical justification.
This practice not only places an undue financial burden on patients and their families, but “risks the lives of hundreds of thousands of other non-Covid patients who are unable to find beds for more urgent situations.” India relies heavily on government guidelines, which unfortunately promote expensive diagnostics and drugs with limited evidence. The public and the medical community are also affected by gross misinformation on social media.
“Update June 2021 DGHS evidence-based guidance. In particular, given the limited efficacy of monoclonal antibodies against Omicron variants and their continued widespread use, please provide specific guidance on the use of monoclonal antibodies,” urged the physician.
They further called on the government to develop and publish home care guidelines for rapid testing, isolation, isolation and release in all local languages.
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The final lineup of Bigg Boss Tamil 8 competitors includes Ranjith, Anshitha Akbarsha, Sachanaa Namidas, and more.
Bigg Boss Tamil 8 premiered on Vijay Television, hosted by Vijay Sethupathi, featuring a diverse cast including actors, VJs, and social media influencers.
Ravindar Chandrasekaran: Ravindar Chandrasekaran, a renowned filmmaker, recently made headlines for marrying TV actor Mahalakshmi and was implicated in a fraud case in 2023.
Sachanaa Namidas: Sachanaa Namidas, known for her role as Jothi in Vijay’s Maharaja, recently had a mini reunion with the character during the new season premiere.
Dharsha Gupta: Dharsha Gupta gained fame on Cooku With Comali, and gained fame for roles in TV shows Mullum Malarum and Senthoora Poove. She debuted in silver screen with Rudra Thandavam.
Sathya: Sathya, a fitness enthusiast and husband of former Bigg Boss Tamil contestant Ramya NSK, gained fame on TV show Neelakuyil and web series Kanakanum Kalagal.
Deepak: This anchor and actor is most known for his role on the TV show Thendral. He was acting in Thamizhum Saraswathiyum before entering the show. Deepak has been the host of numerous reality shows, and a contestant in some of them.
RJ Ananthi: Ananthi Iyappan, best known as RJ Ananthi, is known for debuting with Jayam Ravi’s Comali. She was an RJ before her silver screen debut and has since acted in films like Bigil and Nanban Oruvan Vantha Piragu.
Sunita Gogoi: Sunita is a household name thanks to her appearance on the cooking show Cooku With Comali. She has also played key roles in films like Dhanush’s 3, Iravu and Maan Vettai.
Gana Jeffry: Jeffry is known for his unique style of music, Gana, which is rooted in the everyday struggles of the common man. He specialises in Tamil folk and street music and sings songs that depict the vagaries of life.
Ranjith: Actor Ranjith was in the news earlier this year for justifying caste-based honour killings while promoting one of his films in Tamil Nadu. He said it isn’t ‘violence’ but just ‘parents’ love for their children’.
Pavithra Janani: Pavithra Janani is a well-known actor in the Tamil TV industry. She is famous for her roles, Malar in Eeramana Rojave and Abhinaya in Thendral Vanthu Ennai Thodum. She began her career by playing minor roles before headlining shows.
Soundariya Nanjundan: Soundariya is best known for her role in the web-series Vere Marri Office. She has also played key roles in films like Rajinikanth’s Darbar and Dhruv Vikram’s debut film, Adithya Varma.
Arun Prasath: Arun Prasath is an actor and the best friend of Bigg Boss Tamil 7 title winner Archana Ravichandran. He has appeared in numerous short films and TV shows through his career, getting popular for his role in Bharathi Kannamma.
Tharshika: Tharshika is a YouTuber and actor known for her channel, Vibe With Tharshi. She also has her own clothing brand and has acted in the TV show Ponni before entering the Bigg Boss Tamil house.
VJ Vishal: VJ Vishal is known for his roles in TV serials like Baakiyalakshmi and his stint on Cooku With Comali. He began his career as a video jockey and his breakthrough in acting came when he played Ezhilan in Baakiyalakshmi.
Anshitha Akbarsha: Anshitha is a prominent Tamil and Malayalam TV actor who shares a close bond with actor and Bigg Boss contestant Arnav. She seemed confident before going into the house with her friend, writing, “No storm can shake the foundation of our bond.”
Arnav: Anshitha’s BFF Arnav is also a well-known personality in the Tamil TV industry. In the TV series Sakthi, he first gained fame for his portrayal of Arya, an anti-hero. The duo often share pictures with other and are vocal about their close bond.
Muthukumaran: Muthukumaran is known for running the YouTube channel, Naan MuthuKumaran. He is known for interviewing celebrities and sharing opinions on pop culture.
Jacqueline: Jacqueline is a video jockey known for hosting shows like Athu Ithu Ethu and Kalakka Povathu Yaaru. She also ventured into acting by playing supporting roles in some TV shows and films more recently.
Season 8 of Bigg Boss Tamil will run from 9:30 pm daily on Vijay Television and will be available for streaming on Disney+ Hotstar.
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