Since the outbreak of the novel coronavirus disease 2019
(COVID-19) pandemic, emergency health care utilization has
acutely declined by 23% for heart attacks, 20% for strokes,
and 10% for hyperglycemic crises. Ambulatory visits have
also declined by nearly 60%. The lack of health care
utilization is concerning as it may result in significant
medical complications resulting from untreated medical
problems. A survey conducted around Chennai suggested
that fear of COVID-19 infection may be one such factor.
Recent research has documented pervasive anxiety and
depression during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Published Date: 2021-12-30; Received Date: 2021-12-09
