Chandigarh, June 17, 2020: The novel corona virus pandemic has taken the world by surprise. A new virus traveling with human hosts all around the world has led to panic and anxiety. This stems from two facts mainly; first – the ease of spread and long incubation period and second - the absence of a cure or vaccine as yet.
‘Covid-19 a pandemic: The Journey So Far’ traces the journey of the novel corona virus from its origin in China and spread to other parts of the world. It also delves into how the nationwide lockdown triggered by the pandemic has impacted various aspects of our lives – be it economy, mental health or well being.
Various legal and health related aspects, impact on the ecology and what lessons do we take from here are also dealt with.
Dr. Ankita Kansal
The author, Dr. Ankita Kansal is a doctor by training. After completing her M.B.B.S. from Government Medical College, Patiala, she pursued her dream to be in the civil services.
Presently she is working as an Excise and Taxation Officer with the Government of Punjab. She is from the Royal City of Patiala in Punjab.
She enjoys doing creative things. Writing is something in which she pours her creativity and enjoys the concoction of words in a story.
She loves to spend her time reading books, writing for newspapers, painting, gardening and spending time with nature, in addition to her official responsibilities.
She has made home with her husband and enjoys life’s beauty in all its forms. She is God-fearing, spiritual and full of compassion. This is her debut book.
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Ankita Kansal