How are NGOs lending a helping hand towards nationwide frontline warriors amidst the pandemic?

As the pandemic was announced over a year ago, it shattered numerous lives and caused mass havoc. Populations were confused, worried and grief stricken, but India’s frontline workers displayed true courage while battling the spread of COVID-19. Doctors, nurses, ward attendants, security guards and ambulance drivers have held up our healthcare system,

and continued to work in exhausting and horrific conditions.

Supporting our saviours 

As healthcare professionals worked round the clock under immense pressure, their physical and mental health continued to deteriorate. With rising cases of infections, healthcare professionals tend to work multiple shifts making it more difficult for them to attain required meals on time. To ensure sustenance and strength of the healthcare workers, food NGOs across the country have been providing fully cooked, hot meals at hospitals. The nourishing meals aim to revive the spirit and more importantly, the immunity of our healthcare heroes who are in direct contact with infected patients every day. 

Numerous other popular NGOs have shown great solidarity with COVID-19 superheroes, and have been extending a helping hand towards medical and paramedical staff across India. Support has been displayed through the distribution of PPE kits, hygiene kits, gloves and protective masks to ensure the highest level of safety for hospital staff. Additionally, some social organisations have also diverted their efforts towards strengthening hospital infrastructures to support the crumbling Indian healthcare system.

A lending hand has also been extended to rural healthcare professionals workers, ASHA, ANM and Anganwadi workers. NGOs donations helped to provide necessary safety equipment including gloves, masks, face shields etc., With this support, staff were able to accelerate their work on ground and further contain the spread of the virus in marginalised communities. 

Saluting our front line heroes 

Over 400 doctors have succumbed due to being infected with COVID-19 as they fought hard to protect the rest of the nation. It’s your chance to show appreciation for the warriors at the forefront of the battle. Donate to charity by making a seamless donation that is creating a positive impact. Help to protect those who protect our nation! 

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