March 23, 2020: Are the COVID preventive measures adequate? Live debate in 24 News TV
Dr.Jothydev Kesavadev took part in the live program in 24 News Channel on 23rd March. He offered valuable advices on the precautions and actions to be taken against the COVID-19 outbreak to tackle the situation, especially for the people with diabetes.
March 31, 2020: National Webinar on Diabetes Technology during pandemic
Dr.Jothydev Kesavadev participated in the National webinar on 31st March, 2020 where he lectured on “Using technology to manage patient in current scenario”. The co-speaker for the session was Dr.Arbinder Singal from Mumbai. He spoke on “Using technology for wellness: Personalizing the Patient Experience for Better Outcomes”. The theme of the webinar was “Be Future Ready”.
March 31, 2020: Live interaction on COVID and diabetes: Manorama News TV
Dr.Jothydev Kesavadev was live in Manorama news to interact with patients on the topic ‘COVID-19 and diabetes.’ He cleared the doubts of many diabetes patients and the tips for staying safe and healthy during the pandemic including the use of masks by all people.
April 1, 2020: Corona Virus: Telemedicine for diabetes patients: Dr.Jothydev in Medtalks
Dr.Jothydev spoke on the frequently asked questions raised by patients having diabetes on the lock down scenario due to the pandemic outbreak in Medtalks. He suggested that the solution to this situation is telemedicine consultation.
April 2, 2020: Debate in ManoramaNews: ‘Quarantine to be extended or not’
Dr.Jothydev took part in an active discussion on COVID-19 and possible extension of the lock down phase. The expert panel discussion hosted by Ms.Shani Prabhakar from Manorama News on 1st April had Hon. Minister V.S Sunil Kumar, Dr.Arun B Nair etc. on the expert panel. Dr.Jothydev analysed the present situation and gave his views on the extension of lock down.
April 8, 2020: Video by Dr.Jothydev Kesavadev in Manorama Online:”COVID-19- Let’s protect and not infect others”
Dr.Jothydev Kesavadev detailed in his talk, on the significance of social distancing, the need for exercise, positive attitude, stress-free ambience at home and to spend productive time while at home.
April 8, 2020: Article in Flowers TV online by Dr.Jothydev Kesavadev on tips to stay safe during lockout period
An article by Dr.Jothydev Kesavadev was published in Flowers TV online on April 8 in which he spoke on the relevance of social distancing during the COVID-19 outbreak period. He also explained the need to maintain personal hygiene, to continue the medications and exercise without fail and to stay positive and safe.
April 9, 2020: Article by Dr.Jothydev Kesavadev on COVID-19 and Diabetes in Malayala Manorama Daily
Dr.Jothydev briefed on the impact of COVID-19 in people having diabetes in the article in Malayala Manorama daily. He recommended measures to be followed during these trying times by diabetes patients and emphasised on the need to be alert rather than being panic. Dr.Jothydev also gave special instructions to type 1 diabetes patients in the article.
April 10, 2020: Dr.Jothydev Kesavadev: Facebook live by Times of India
Dr.Jothydev Kesavadev took part in the “COVID-19 - LIVE session with Health Specialists”, a Facebook live program organised by Times of India on April 10, 2020. He interacted with TOI readers on their queries and doubts on COVID-19. He also advised them on the importance of telemedicine consultations during lock down time and how to stay healthy at home. The program was hosted by Mr.G Rajeev, Asst. Editor, Times of India, Trivandrum.