International Journal of Health and Clinical Research

Yazarlar: Rashmi Bhujade, Anil Singh Baghel, V.K.Arora

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Anahtar Kelimeler:Covid ,9 front line warriors,Satisfaction. Depression

Özet: Background: Covid -19 is a global health crisis of this century. Our battle against covid 19 is based mainly on front-line warriors. Their job profile has placed frontline workers under immense and unprecedented pressure, putting their mental well-being at stake. They are working in resource limited conditions. Mental stress and unsatisfaction is expected among them. It should be effectively recognised and handled. Methods: Cross sectional study was conducted in a covid care center of a teaching hospital to assess the level of satisfaction and presence of depression among front line warriors. Google form was use to collect data. Results: Approximately 87%, 79%, 61%,100% & 86% participants were not satisfied by PPE, stay, food, wadges, security and financial security respectively provided them while performing covid duties. Half of them (50%) had depression. Statistically significant association was found between presence of depression and age, sex, residence, marital status, family type. Conclusion: Depression and unsatisfaction was prevalent finding among front line warriors. Inappropriate response and attitude towards them will bring fatigue and refectory attitude among them. Their needs and unsatisfaction should be delt while policy making.

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