‘Break the Chain’ Campaign

In light of the ongoing COVID-19 situation, the government of Kerala has launched the ‘Break the Chain’ campaign to promote hand washing and hygiene. About the Campaign The campaign was launched by the state’s Health Department. It seeks to create ..

MPLADS Funds for COVID-19

The Union Ministry of Statistics and Program Implementation (MoSPI) issued a circular allowing the utilisation of the MPLADS funds for tackling the COVID-19 outbreak in the country. MPLADS MPLADS or Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme is a central ..

Ayushman Bharat PMJAY for COVID-19

The government has announced that the beneficiaries of the Ayushman Bharat PMJAY will be eligible for free treatment for the symptoms of COVID-19. Ayushman Bharat PMJAY The Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana is a component of the umbrella ..

Prophylaxis

The concept of prophylaxis is being discussed in light of several countries looking into the use of chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine for treating COVID-19. About Prophylaxis Prophylaxis is also called preventive healthcare. It is the series of measures taken to prevent ..

Janata Curfew

The Prime Minister had called for a Janata Curfew to be observed on the 22nd of March throughout the nation in an attempt to stop the spread of COVID-19. About Janata Curfew The curfew is to be observed by the ..

Contact Tracing

The importance of contact tracing is being acknowledged across the world in light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, many aspects of which are yet to be understood. About Contact Tracing Contact tracing is the process by which health workers identify, ..