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NEPAL: COVID-19 Response in Biratnagar

Authors : Suraj Bhattarai, Suman Kumar Karna

Published in: Cities Under COVID-19: A Systems Perspective

Publisher: Springer Nature Singapore

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The chapter delves into the COVID-19 response in Biratnagar, Nepal, focusing on the city's strategic initiatives and the challenges faced during the pandemic. It begins with an introduction to Biratnagar, the second-largest city in Nepal, and its demographics. The response to COVID-19 is examined, including the establishment of a COVID-19 Help Desk, disinfection protocols, and the setup of testing facilities. The city's efforts to manage the pandemic through quarantine centers, telemedicine, and health workforce deployment are highlighted. Additionally, the document discusses the challenges faced, such as the lack of critical care equipment and the need for health system reforms. The current state of COVID-19 in Biratnagar is also addressed, providing a snapshot of the city's recovery and ongoing efforts to manage the pandemic effectively.

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Title: NEPAL: COVID-19 Response in Biratnagar
Authors: Suraj Bhattarai
Suman Kumar Karna
Publisher: Springer Nature Singapore
Book: Cities Under COVID-19: A Systems Perspective
Print ISBN: 978-981-19-8162-3

Electronic ISBN: 978-981-19-8163-0

Copyright Year: 2023
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-8163-0_11

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