Has trust in Kerala’s public health been affected by controversies?

Low infant mortality, high life expectancy, and few maternal deaths during childbirth – these are among the key factors that make Kerala’s public healthcare system a robust model.

The state earned global praise for its efficient containment of the deadly Nipah virus outbreak and the COVID-19 pandemic. However, recent controversies have raised serious concerns about the cracks within the system.

People of Kerala respond by stating whether these incidents have reduced their trust in government hospitals. 

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