Tackling COVID-19 in Nepal: Opportunities and Challenges
Keywords:
COVID-19, SARS-CoV-2, Novel coronavirus 2019, Strategies, ChallengesAbstract
The COVID-19 pandemic has become a global challenge that has driven nations to take some extreme measures in an attempt to prevent outbreaks and save lives. The scientific communities are trying their best to understand the activities of the SARS CoV-2 virus to target effective strategies against it. The whole world is trying its best to contain the infection, Nepal is no exception. Nepal underestimated the likelihood of the COVID 19 outbreak during early January however with the increasing case strong measures have been initiated. Nepal reported 1,042 confirmed cases with 187 recoveries and 5 deaths by May 29, 2020. The focus on Social distancing and since the middle of March countrywide lockdown has been taken as a strategy to control the rate of infection but the challenge lies in its continuation. There is also a challenge in extension of testing and other public health intervention. Different nations are dealing with their COVID-19 infection differently. Timely action, testing, tracing, tracking, treating, and togetherness has been seen as the most effective strategies to date. Due to the increasing cases of infection and death, it has triggered disruption to social and mental wellbeing of the global citizens. The confusion and uncertainty rise fueling misinformation, stigma and discrimination which are negatively impacting the prevention strategies adopted by different nations. There is a need for proper communication strategies and community engagement alongside the togetherness of all concerned entities fighting against this wicked virus globally. In light of this global need, this paper aims to provide some insights into the strategies and challenges revolving around COVID-19 prevention and control
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