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

Braving coronavirus fears, TNIE lensman Shiba Prasad Sahu has captured the lives of people and that journey continued even after his encounter with the deadly virus, when he shot with his mobile camera giving us a closer view of what happens in a COVID-19 ward during treatment. Shiba is thankful to all the dedicated healthcare workers who make sure every patient goes home cured. Here's a look at how time passes in the Govt Medical College, Omandurar Estate, Chennai.
Braving coronavirus fear, TNIE lensman Shiba Prasad Sahu has captured the lives of people. and that journey continued even after his encounter with the deadly virus, when he shot with his mobile camera giving us a closer view of what happens in a COVID-19
Braving coronavirus fear, TNIE lensman Shiba Prasad Sahu has captured the lives of people. and that journey continued even after his encounter with the deadly virus, when he shot with his mobile camera giving us a closer view of what happens in a COVID-19
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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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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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