Oman’s brave COVID warriors on frontlines of the pandemic

Oman’s brave COVID warriors on frontlines of the pandemic

Muscat: The determination of doctors, nurses, and other healthcare staff who are helping fight the spread of COVID-19 in Oman is difficult to describe, say medical practitioners in the country. The commitment required, whether it is going above and beyond their duty to take care of patients, making the most of telehealth services to help people who are unable to come to hospital, and encourage people to take COVID vaccines to bring about an end to the pandemic, has seen healthcare workers come under great psychological, social, and personal pressure. The pandemic, now in its second year, has taken a great toll on them. Despite the challenges, teamwork and putting up a unified front against the coronavirus have helped them in continuing to provide critical care to those who need it most. Their tireless efforts to keep people safe, and unwavering commitment towards the entire country is a matter of pride for everyone. "Whether it is saving a life, making sure a person's condition has not worsened, or the care they require after stabilisation, healthcare workers have a great determination to do and give everything that is needed," said Dr Mia bint Salem Al Mahramiya, an anaesthesiologist and intensive care