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Take a look at these pictures to get an idea about life inside a COVID ward in Chennai

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Go Prepared - It is important to go prepared, here are few things one should not forget while going to govt covid care centres: Bedsheet, pillow, mobile charger, some easily washable clothes, detergent powder, hand sanitiser, antiseptic liquid, soap, three or four pairs of re-usable masks, thermoflask, water bottle, and anything else for timepass. (Photo | EPS/Shiba Prasad Sahu)
Go Prepared - It is important to go prepared, here are few things one should not forget while going to govt covid care centres: Bedsheet, pillow, mobile charger, some easily washable clothes, detergent powder, hand sanitiser, antiseptic liquid, soap, three or four pairs of re-usable masks, thermoflask, water bottle, and anything else for timepass. (Photo | EPS/Shiba Prasad Sahu)
Clean and Clear - At 06:00 AM, Sanitation workers begin their day before anyone else. Here, a worker is seen removing the previous day's garbage. (Photo | EPS/Shiba Prasad Sahu)
Morning News - At 07:00 AM, Being in the Covid ward doesn't mean one has to miss the daily dose of news. A patient is seen scanning a newspaper. (Photo | EPS/Shiba Prasad Sahu)
Immune Booster - At 07:30 AM, Herbal concoctions are an essential part of the diet as they are claimed to have immunity-boosting powers. (Photo | EPS/Shiba Prasad Sahu)
Breakfast Arrives - Good food is a medicine in its own. The hospital ensures that all in-patients are provided quality food. The menu changes everyday; a treat for tastebuds. (Photo | EPS/Shiba Prasad Sahu)
Taking Tablets - At 08:30 AM, Though there is no single drug to cure Covid, modern medicine has its own recipe to keep the body stay strong against the virus. (Photo | EPS/Shiba Prasad Sahu)
Not So Alone - At 09:00 AM, Sometimes an entire family will be admitted, making the ward their new ward their new home. A girl is seen getting her hair tied by her mother. (Photo | EPS/Shiba Prasad Sahu)
Yoga Hour - At 10:00 AM, Do yoga to stay fit, says the instructor. (Photo | EPS/Shiba Prasad Sahu)
Day One For Many - At 11:00 AM, Everyday new patients arrive at the hospital where a lot of helping hands aid their battle against Covid. (Photo | EPS/Shiba Prasad Sahu)
Hot Lunch - At 12:30 PM, A tasty and nutritious lunch keeps the spirits of patients high amid anxiety. (Photo | EPS/Shiba Prasad Sahu)
On The Watch - At 03:00 PM, Medical staff of the hospital busy sorting drugs for the in-patients. (Photo | EPS/Shiba Prasad Sahu)
Going Home - At 03:45 PM, Cured and relieved, these people are going home, after almost two weeks. (Photo | EPS/Shiba Prasad Sahu)
Evening Tea - At 05:00 PM, Lemon tea accompanied by snacks gives evenings a feel of yet another normal day. (Photo | EPS/Shiba Prasad Sahu)
Made For Each Other - At 06:00 PM, An evening walk along the vast corridors of the hospital helps the elderly couple feel at home. (Photo | EPS/Shiba Prasad Sahu)
Dinner Time - At 07:30 PM, Once again, food is brought promptly. The dishes are certainly different and delicious. (Photo | EPS/Shiba Prasad Sahu)
Night Vigil - At 10:30 PM, The vitals of patients are checked once more before the bed-time. (Photo | EPS/Shiba Prasad Sahu)
A Short Sleep - At 02:30 AM, Another day is just a few hours away as this cleanliness worker takes a nap. (Photo | EPS/Shiba Prasad Sahu)
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