Will COVID-19 4th Wave hit India?

Dr.Parinita Kaur, 3 mins read

The COVID-19 pandemic has devastated people's lives all over the world for nearly two years, from people dying of the virus during the lockdown to locking them in their homes. It was an unprecedented situation and people were becoming increasingly despondent about their life ahead as nothing seemed falling into place.  Almost after two years of complete lockdown, the government of India lifted all COVID curbs in April’22 but emergence of new variant of COVID-19 and increasing positivity rate has raised the alarm again.

Is Covid rising again?

The threat of a Corona virus pandemic has resurfaced. The sudden surge in corona cases in Delhi-NCR schools has sparked concern. Some believe it is a sign of the fourth wave of Corona. Active cases in the country have begun to rise again for the first time since the January 2022. The magnitude of the increase remains small, but the spike in the positivity rate has constantly increased over the last four days which has raised the alarm once again.

 Will there possibly be a 4th wave of COVD-19 in India?

With Omicron BA.2 fueling another massive COVID surge in Europe and parts of Asia, experts have to say that the chances of a fourth COVID-19 wave are low, but it is necessary to remain vigilant. The possibility is low, but no one can predict that it will not occur. We should not repeat the mistake what we did after the first wave of COVID-19 where we completely relaxed our guard assuming that the pandemic was over and the consequence we faced in second wave is well known to the world.

What are the symptoms of the Omicron variant of COVID-19?

Primary symptoms include fatigue and dizziness, followed by headaches, sore throat, muscle soreness, and fever. However, the most common symptoms of corona virus, such as loss of smell and taste, are rarely reported in people infected with the new Omicron variant.

How to tackle COVID-19 4^th wave?

We can defeat the new variant of Omicron Covid-19 virus by adopting the following preventive measures given below:

1. Get Vaccinated: Multiple drug administration authorities around the world have tested Covid-19 vaccines. They have been shown to be effective in lowering your chances of contracting COVID-19. When you get vaccinated, your body is much better prepared to fight off more viruses by strengthening your immune system.
2. Maintain Social Distance and avoid social gatherings:  We've all been forced to stay inside and avoid social interaction for nearly two years. However, in order to completely eliminate this virus, we must restrict its spread. This means we'll have to avoid social gatherings for the time being. Even if you have received all of your vaccinations, following the protocol and avoiding social gatherings will help stem the spread of virus.
3. Follow the appropriate COVID-19 behaviour: Even if the Covid-19 vaccination protects you from a severe infection, people can still infect others, particularly the vulnerable population. You must follow the COVID-19 proper behavior mentioned below:

• Everyone should wear the mask in public place. Even children above the five years of age should be encouraged to wear the mask.
• A six-feet social distance should always be maintained if you are outside your home
• You should sanitize your hands regularly or after touching any surface in the public place
• Avoid taking unnecessary risks as there are no rewards for taking any chances.It may be disastrous if you let your guard down now. Your safety is completely in your control.
• Visit Hospital only when it is urgent. There is no need to overcrowd the hospital unless the situation is critical

It's possible that the fourth Covid-19 wave will not occur. Even if it occurs, it can be efficiently handled if everyone follows the simple rules mentioned above. Following the protocol and abiding by all the guidelines will ensure your safety.

We have seen the previous three waves of the virus spreading. It's completely avoidable if we focus on taking the necessary safeguards. Wearing mask is indeed an effective way to stem the virus to spread. On the other hand, people have continued to be irresponsible, making themselves easy targets.

We must accept that the COVID-19 outbreak is not over and that it has the potential to become endemic, causing clusters of cases throughout the year.

Don't take everything you hear at face value. Getting vaccinated and adhering to the rules is by far the most effective weapon against this virus. We must be vigilant and cautious in our approach until the majority of Indians have been immunised.

If you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms and are concerned about COVID-19 treatment, make an appointment at Aakash Healthcare, Delhi today.