Black fungus disease or Mucormycosis is a severe but sporadic fungal infection that has suddenly become an epidemic in most parts of India. It is caused by a mold 'mucormycetes' present in the environment.
Covid 19
In the wake of the second wave of COVID-19 in India, the country is also grappling with a sudden rise in fungal infections– black, white, and yellow. Fungal infections are common in humans and can be of several types– mucormycosis, candida, yeast infection, aspergillosis, cryptococcus, and histoplasmosis, among others.
Besides the relapse of COVID-19 in India, various types of fungal infections are developing in the post-COVID phase.
Today, when India faces a catastrophic outbreak like COVID-19, the role of vaccines in bringing down the spread is crucial.
The Remdesivir injection came into the headlines in 2020, when it was found to be a promising treatment option in fighting against the COVID-19 disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus.
The COVID-19 vaccine which was launched on 16th January, 2021 was in its first phase given to healthcare and frontline workers.
The first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic was well controlled in India due to implementation of lockdowns, ensuring physical distancing, enforcement of adoption of masks, and the rapid and exemplary action from our health services