The National Clinical Management Protocol released

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  • October 8, 2020
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The National Clinical Management Protocol released

Part of: GS Prelims and GS-II – Medicine

In news

  • The National Clinical Management Protocol based on Ayurveda and Yoga for the management of Covid-19 was released.
  • Ministry:  Jointly by Ministry for Health and Ministry for AYUSH.
  • Prepared by: Experts and other national research organizations
  • According to: Report & Recommendations of the Interdisciplinary Committee

Key takeaways

  • The protocol contains the details self-care guidelines for preventive health measures to help protect against COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Clinical studies have established some Ayurveda interventions like Ashwagandha, Laung & Giloy as anti-inflammatory, antiviral & immunity-modulating which help protect against COVID-19.
  • Measures: Drinking herb-infused warm water or turmeric milk, steam inhalation, gargling, moderate exercise and a set of medicines to be used for prophylaxis and treatment.

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