Sliding down the slope: How do we return to normal life?
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For many countries internationally, lockdown conditions are either currently being reviewed or are being extended. The decision to uplift lockdown measures comes at a time when countries fear the impact of the second wave of the pandemic and as such these decisions must be made implemented cautiously.
The WHO has incorporated guidelines as to the process regarding the removal of lockdowns. They have identified that these regulations must be lifted slowly and strategically as a means of preventing and reducing the risk associated with transmission of the virus.
Coming out of these new developments, RioMed has launched an assistive solution as a guide for healthcare institutions during this time. Our process follows a 5-step criteria, these are;
- Ensuring the healthcare system can cope with an increase in demand
– Adequate staffing levels
– Reduce hospital admissions
– Reduce requirements for Intensive Treatment Unit - Consistent declining death rates
- Decline in the rate of injections
- Ensuring protective equipment is readily available
- Prevention in the secondary peak of infections as a result of step down measures
How do we return to normal life
Returning to normal life after a disruptive effect, such as a global pandemic, requires a delicate balance of patience, resistance, and adaptability. As vaccines become more widely available and public health measures are slowly lifted, communities worldwide are navigating the path back to normality. Reintegrating into normal life involves various aspects, including social interactions, work routines, and leisure activities. However, it’s key to acknowledge that the concept of “normal life” may have evolved during the period of disruption. People may have developed new habits, priorities, and perspectives. Thus, returning to normal life involves both reclaiming familiar routines and embracing positive changes that have emerged. Community support, mental health resources, and ongoing vigilance against potential setbacks are essential in this transition. By fostering resilience and mutual understanding, we can collectively navigate the journey back to a fulfilling and sustainable normal life.
Key Takeaway:
Returning to normal life amidst the pandemic requires a cautious and strategic approach. The WHO emphasizes a gradual easing of lockdown measures to mitigate the risk of virus transmission. RioMed’s 5-step criteria, including ensuring healthcare system capacity and declining infection rates, provides a structured guide for communities. However, it’s essential to recognize that the concept of “normal life” may have evolved, necessitating adaptation and resilience. As communities navigate this transition, support systems, mental health resources, and vigilance against setbacks are vital. By embracing change while preserving familiar routines, we can collectively work towards a sustainable and fulfilling normal life.
Throughout the week, RioMed Ltd will be reviewing and introducing each of the steps outlined and how CellmaCOVID can be tailored to the needs of populations worldwide to assist in the stepdown procedures and relaxing of stiff quarantine measures.
Step 1 of the criteria – “ Preventing an Overburdened Healthcare System ” would be examined in our subsequent blog posting.
