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Factors Behind Covid-19 Disruption: Study and Preparedness for Disease X

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What were the three categories into which the factors leading to disruption in the vaccine supply chain were categorized?

Operational, financial, and logistic issues

How was the sample selected for the study on supply-chain challenges in the pharmaceutical sector?

A stratified sampling approach was followed, comprising medical doctors and pharmaceutical corporate executives from the NCR region of Delhi.

Why did some pharmaceutical companies in India face supply-chain challenges related to active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs)?

Due to their dependency on imports from China for APIs used in manufacturing medicines and vaccines.

What were some demand-side factors contributing to vaccine hesitancy in India, according to the study?

Fear, lack of trust, concern about side effects and vaccine efficacy Signup and view all the answers

Why did logistical issues play a crucial role in the supply-chain challenges faced by India during the Covid-19 pandemic?

Logistical issues were important due to the unavailability of RT-PCR testing facilities, especially in rural areas, and inadequate cold-storage facilities for vaccines. Signup and view all the answers

What is Disease X according to the World Health Organization?

A concept to gauge readiness to fight a future pandemic Signup and view all the answers

What did the second wave of Covid-19 in India reveal about the country's preparedness?

Shortage of hospital beds, doctors, and medical supplies Signup and view all the answers

What are the factors highlighted by the study to prioritize for dealing with future outbreaks?

Vigilance, research, and preparedness Signup and view all the answers

How does climate change contribute to the potential emergence of Disease X?

By causing viruses to mutate in unknown ways and become more virulent Signup and view all the answers

What impact did the broken supply chain have during the second wave of Covid-19 in India?

Shortage of medicines, oxygen cylinders, vaccines, PPE suits, and medical equipment Signup and view all the answers