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Discuss the impact of Covid-19 on the Indian health care system.

Present a detailed analysis of the current state of Indian health care system and the challenges it faces due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Answered a year ago
Amrita Preparing for Civil Services
The Covid-19 pandemic has severely impacted the Indian healthcare system, which was already facing various challenges before the outbreak. Some of the major impacts include:
  • The exponential increase in the number of Covid-19 cases has put a strain on the healthcare infrastructure, and there is a shortage of hospital beds, medical supplies, medicines, and healthcare professionals.
  • The pandemic has exposed the inequalities in the healthcare system, as the rural and urban poor are the most affected due to the lack of access to quality healthcare facilities.
  • The lockdowns and restrictions have disrupted the routine healthcare services, and many people couldn't access healthcare due to transportation issues and fear of contracting the virus.
  • The high demand for medical oxygen during the second wave of Covid-19 led to a severe shortage and caused many deaths due to lack of oxygen supply in hospitals.
  • The pandemic has also disrupted the training and education of healthcare professionals, leading to a shortage of skilled professionals.
To overcome these challenges, the Indian healthcare system needs to focus on strengthening the healthcare infrastructure, improving access to healthcare for all, increasing investments in healthcare, and prioritizing the training and education of healthcare professionals.
Answered a year ago
Amrita Preparing for Civil Services