Understanding the role of Primary Care in Covid 19 response In India
Your Say Primary Care is the essential foundation in covid 19 response globally because it can meet more than 80% of people’s health needs. It plays a significant role in gatekeeping and clinical responses in identifying and triaging potential COVID-19 cases, ensuring early diagnosis, helping vulnerable people cope with their anxiety, and reducing the hospital service demand. During the initial pandemic Phase, the World Health Organization emphasized the role of Primary Care and provided interim guidance on the role of Primary Care in the covid 19 response. This guiding document identifie...