COVID-19 has hugely impacted the way we deal with death. Health facilities and workers on the frontlines of the response remain overwhelmed. People across geographies and faiths face extraordinary challenges ...
This short note considers the funeral practices in Sikhism and provides some guidelines for the safety of families, healthcare and frontline workers who may be involved in the dignified management ...
Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, the ICRC has continued its work to support people with disability across the world. In Nepal, Nirmala Bhandari and Ramesh Khatri are part of a group ...
ICRC roundtable with experts from health, disaster and emergency response agencies addressed challenges in managing the dead with dignity.
As it becomes clear that the pandemic will be a long haul, it is important that urgent attention is given to adequately address mental health needs of people.
The ICRC guidance on management of the dead due to COVID-19 also aims to protect the lives of healthcare workers, body handlers and the rest of the community.
