On 26th February 2020, first case of Coronavirus was reported in Pakistan. On the very next day, Saaya initiated Mission Corona to combat lack of awareness and spread of misinformation. As the number of cases escalated, a shortage of PPE kits became apparent in the hospitals. To support the paramedic staff, Saaya undertook provision of PPEs, to the frontline heroes, as it’s responsibility. With time, Mission Corona kept on expanding depending upon the needs of time and people.
Projects Under Mission Corona
Awareness Campaigns
The awareness campaigns were started with the long-term goal to educate the public about diseases that commonly afflicted Pakistanis. We hoped not only to facilitate patients and attendants through treatments
COVID-19 PPE Distribution
With the virus spreading like wildfire, the country started to face a shortage of PPEs. The hospital staff was struggling to acquire PPE from regular sources, and so our hunt
COIVID-19 Ration Distribution
With the lockdown in effect to curb the virus and flatten the curve, small business owners and daily wagers took a major hit. Saaya started conducting ration to provide families
Tribute to Frontline Workers (COVID-19)
Healthcare workers and paramedical staff have been working tirelessly to provide treatment to patients of COVID-19. They have taken on the exponential increase in workload with incredible fortitude. Their efforts
Donation of Ventilator to Ojha Hospital, Karachi
A ventilator is a machine that helps one breathe or breathes for them. The COVID-19 virus affects respiratory passages and makes breathing difficult. In critical cases, a ventilator is required
COVID-19 Helpline
By June 2020, most of the hospital facilities were saturated and patients were advised to isolate at home. Looking at the severity of situation, Saaya launched a free of cost
Mission Corona: Save Lives (Facebook Group)
Mission Corona: Save Lives, is a Facebook group that was formed by Saaya to educate and raise awareness regarding Covid-19. It aims to establish contact between plasma donors and patients
Pulse Oximeters And Oxygen Cylinders Distribution
Ever since the beginning of Pandemic, a raise in the demand of pulse oximeters and oxygen cylinders has been observed. The high demand induced shortage lead to an elevation in