Despite coronavirus fears, avoid deadly self-medication
Despite coronavirus fears, avoid deadly self-medication.
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Article Author: Despite coronavirus fears, avoid deadly self-medication
Media Source: Business Daily (Kenya)
Date: 11 May 2020
In the Covid-19 pandemic period, there have been increased reports of patients skipping lifesaving treatments for their illnesses such as dialysis sessions and cancer treatments. There have been less emergency department hospital visits for life-threatening conditions such as asthmatic attacks and heart attacks, with resultant bad…
In the Covid-19 pandemic period, there have been increased reports of patients skipping lifesaving treatments for their illnesses such as dialysis sessions and cancer treatments. There have been less emergency department hospital visits for life-threatening conditions such as asthmatic attacks and heart attacks, with resultant bad outcomes at home. At the Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi for example, tele-consultation has been complemented with mobile laboratory and home delivery of medicines, thereby allowing an individual to receive the care they need and correct medication from the comfort of their home.