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03.06.2021

Aamir Ishrat – A story of a COVID-19 Survivor

“The only thing I could think about throughout the ambulance ride was – Will I come back home alive?” On April 25, 2020, Aamir Ishrat was struck with a mild fever and flu. Blaming it on the weather, he kept doing his usual tasks, not realizing how the next couple of days will unfold. Within the next few hours, his condition worsened. He lost his usual strength, felt dizzy, his fever spiked, and had difficulty in breathing. Within a matter of

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25.05.2021

The Islanders Have Hope

“I was born on Bhit Island a few years before Pakistan came into existence. I have called it my home ever since. I don’t remember if Baba, Bhit, and Shams islands had any healthcare facility. →

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07.05.2021

Huda’s Story of Survival

“Whenever the hospital would call and tell us our Huda had gotten worse, I would just break down and pray that nothing happens to my daughter.” A complete surprise to her parents, baby Huda arrived prematurely. Unfortunately, the hospital where she was born had no oxygen for her to breathe properly. Desperate for help, Huda’s family looked everywhere. Then, they arrived at Indus and everything changed. As Huda’s condition was still poor, she was put on a ventilator for a week.

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