(To say 2020 was ‘unprecedented’ is an understatement. The novel coronavirus changed our world, and as we continue to grapple with rising cases in India, FIT is republishing this video to mark one year of lockdown.)
Video Editor: Ashutosh Bhardwaj
It’s been 1 year since the FIRST COVID case was confirmed in India. Here’s a look back at the healthcare heroes who worked for our safety throughout it all.
“The year started with mayhem,” says Dr Kamna Kakkar.
30 January 2020 was when India saw its first COVID patient in Kerala. The pandemic had officially arrived on our shores.
Resident doctors jumped into action, donned their PPE kits and braved the overwhelming surge in cases amidst the failing hospital systems. “
From the initial shock, the scramble for PPE’s and equipment, staff strikes to burial troubles, this year has been one of trauma and resilience for our healthcare heroes.
Watch them tell you about the year that was, here.
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