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Factors Leading to Large-scale Disruption in the Second Wave of Covid-19

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

Stratified sampling approach

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

Operational, financial, and logistic issues

Why did some people show hesitancy in taking vaccines according to the study results?

Fear due to lack of trust, side effects, and concern regarding efficacy

What was a significant supply-side issue mentioned in the study during the peak of the second wave of Covid-19?

Inadequate RT-PCR testing facilities Signup and view all the answers

What were some of the logistics issues highlighted in the study regarding vaccine distribution?

Availability of cold-storage facilities, RT PCR testing facilities, needles, syringes, and antiseptic wipes; Maintaining temperature control during storage and transport of vaccines Signup and view all the answers

What is Disease X according to the World Health Organization (WHO)?

Disease X is a concept floated by WHO to gauge the readiness of any country to fight a pandemic in the future. Signup and view all the answers

How did the Covid-19 pandemic impact India's preparedness for dealing with a similar outbreak in the future?

The Covid-19 pandemic in India highlighted issues such as a broken supply chain, shortage of hospital beds and doctors, and disruptions in the medical supply chain. Signup and view all the answers

What factors led to large-scale disruption during the second wave of Covid-19 in India?

Factors such as shortage of hospital beds, doctors, medicines, oxygen cylinders, vaccines, PPE suits, and ventilators, as well as disruptions in the medical supply chain. Signup and view all the answers

Why is readiness and preparedness crucial in dealing with emerging infectious diseases like Disease X?

Readiness and preparedness are crucial to effectively respond to emerging infectious diseases like Disease X to prevent large-scale fatalities. Signup and view all the answers

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

Climate change can lead to the mutation and increased virulence of viruses, potentially giving rise to Disease X. Signup and view all the answers