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Telangana Mandates Mask At Public Places; Imposes Rs 1,000 Penalty
In the wake of increasing COVID-19 cases, the Telangana government has directed the officials to impose Rs 1,000 penalty on people failing to wear face mask. On April 11, order mandated donning face mask in all public spaces, work spaces and all means of transport. Failing to abide by the aforementioned regulations, violators will be punished under the Disaster Management Act, 2005. The state recorded 3,187 COVID-19 cases on April 11.
Tags: Telangana, face mask, Face Masks, penalty, K Chandrashekar Rao, telangana government
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Pandemic's Effect: Mask-Associated Dry Eyes; Experts Reveal Remedy
Due to the prolonged wearing of masks, several people around the globe have reported a new medical condition - mask-associated dry eyes. As per the experts, wearing masks obstruct the normal airflow and redirects the exhaled air upwards to the eye causing ocular irritation and dryness. However, ophthalmologists have suggested minimising the airflow towards the eyes using proper masks which doesn't stretch lower eyelids, and the use of … read-more
Tags: Opthalmologist, Eye defects, face mask, Health
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Unique: Tirupati-Based Florist Sells Bouquets With Masks, Sanitizers
Exemplifying opportunity in disaster, a Tirupati-based florist Blue Petal came up with a unique idea of adding N95 face masks, pulse oximeter, and surface wipes with the floral-baskets and bouquets. The MD of Blue Petal said, "By gifting our products, one can convey cares for the health of the others." The company also launched matching ‘designer-masks’ along with exotic flowers from various locations and sold after sanitizing them.
Tags: face mask, Covid-19, bouquets, florist, Blue Petal, Tirupati
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