Characteristics of patients presenting with COVID-19 from Balochistan province and lessons learnt

Objective: With the spread of COVID-19 in Pakistan, Balochistan province with its unique problems of lowest literacy rates in the country, limited resources and a flail health care system is reporting an increasing number of cases of COVID-19. This study discusses the epidemiological and clinical characteristics of COVID-19 patients from the Balochistan province. Study Design: Situation reportPlace and Duration of Study: The study was conducted in Balochistan province of Pakistan. The completion date for the study was April 30, 2020. Methodology: The data was retrieved from the daily situation report from the Health Department, Government of Balochistan. Descriptive statistics (proportions, mean +or- SD) were used for data analysis.