Some are of the view that visiting government hospitals is risky in the wake of COVID-19. People with underlying medical conditions failed to avail themselves of treatment and resorted to visiting private clinics in Thimphu.
A few patients delaying their treatment are also reported due to the virus scare. However, the Health Ministry said, they are constantly monitoring the medication of people and urged the public to visit hospitals if it is necessary.
Tshering Dhendup