The Role of Healthcare Organisations in Combating Pandemic


 The world faces no greater threat today than the NOVEL CORONAVIRUS. 

Battling a pandemic as severe as COVID- 19 demands immediate measures,

effective equipment and medicines. The role of healthcare organizations comes

into being more than ever. The World Health Organisation has been at the heart of 

the battle against Coronavirus. It has been working closely with the governments 

around the world to provide support to the national health systems, as they are the 

first line of defense against the pandemic.

 Medical Teams consisting of highly trained professionals have been sent by 

WHO to places identified as emergency zones. Besides this, the WHO has trained

millions of health workers through its online Open WHO platform. It has shipped 

more than two million Personal Protective Equipment to nearly 126 countries. PPE

is essential to ensure health professionals are able to save lives, including their 

own.

 Healthcare organizations have played a key role in busting down dangerous 

myths and providing accurate information about the virus. Many social media and 

tech companies including Instagram and LinkedIn are working closely with WHO 

to aid the flow of reliable information coming from health specialists and scientists 

across the globe.

 And what is it that we all are awaiting? The COVID-19 vaccine, of course! 

The WHO has developed research protocols, which are being followed by almost 

all the countries conducting tests for the vaccine. A conference of the leading

scientists, funders and manufacturers was also conducted by the WHO, in order to 

corral all the efforts taking place.

 Thus, it is just to say that the role of Healthcare Organizations amidst the 

pandemic is of utmost importance. The robust public health capabilities and 

infrastructure of these organizations are the foundation of a global health risk 

framework. These health organizations continue to work tirelessly towards their 

aim of making the world a healthier and happier place to live in. The Director 

General of the WHO, Dr. Tedros Adhanom has rightfully said that:

 “Global Health Security is only as strong as its weakest link.

 No one is safe until everyone is safe.”

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