New Threat: Black Fungus Declared A Notified Disease In This State

Cases of black fungus infection, or mucormycosis, has suddenly increased in India due to COVID-19 and its treatment.

Even AIIMS chief Dr Randeep Guleria acknowledged it on Saturday, warning that misuse of steroids must be stopped.

Taking note of the threat of black fungus in patients recovering from coronavirus infection, Haryana has declared it as a notified disease.

“Black Fungus declared Notified Disease in Haryana. Now Doctors will report to CMOs of the District of any Black Fungus case detected. Post Graduate Institute Rohtak Senior Doctors will conduct a video conference with all Doctors of the State dealing Corona about its treatment,” state Health minister Anil Vij announced through a tweet.