Authors: K. C. Prajitha, V. Babu, A. Rahul, M. J. Valamparampil, P. R. Sreelakshmi, S. Nair, R. P. Varma
Year: 2023
Journal: Public Health Action
DOI: 10.5588/pha.22.0024
Summary#
The paper explores the perceptions of stakeholders on how Kerala’s decentralized system helped during Nipah virus outbreaks and COVID-19 pandemic.
Key Findings#
- Decentralisation enabled effective handling of outbreaks and the pandemic in Kerala
- Findings indicate four major themes: decision-making, engagement level, people-centric action, and difficulties
Methodology#
- Study Type: Qualitative Descriptive Approach
- Sample Size: 7 key informant interviews (KIIs) and 9 in-depth interviews (IDIs)
- Geographic Focus: Kerala, India
- Time Period: 2018 to 2020
Topics#
Public Health, Decentralization, Nipah Virus, COVID-19
Relevance#
The study highlights the importance of human resources and service delivery during public health emergencies in developing nations.