COVID-19 Control Measures: Ayur Raksha Clinic Initiative at Government Ayurveda College, Tripunithura
Government Ayurveda College, Tripunithura, established the Ayur Raksha Clinic on 17 April 2020 as part of its response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The initiative aimed at prevention and control through Ayurvedic interventions, focusing on boosting immunity and promoting health awareness among the public. Two key schemes were implemented—Sukhayushyam for individuals above 60 years and Swasthyam for those below 60—providing preventive medicines and guidance on healthy practices.
During the initial phase (2020–21), 1,075 people benefited under Sukhayushyam and 4,222 under Swasthyam. The clinic also ensured systematic data collection through Google forms, which were submitted daily to the State Ayurveda COVID Response Cell, enabling effective monitoring and coordination.
The services continued through 2021–22, witnessing a significant increase in public participation. A total of 32,565 individuals availed services under Swasthyam (16,710 males and 15,855 females), while 5,477 individuals benefited under Sukhayushyam (2,740 males and 2,737 females). Altogether, 38,042 people accessed the OPD services during this period.
A notable feature of the initiative was the provision of free preventive services, ensuring easy accessibility and encouraging widespread public participation. This approach helped in strengthening community-level preventive healthcare during the pandemic.
Overall, the Ayur Raksha Clinic played a crucial role in COVID-19 control by integrating Ayurvedic preventive care, public awareness, and systematic service delivery, contributing effectively to community health and resilience.
