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Healthcare workers had to adapt quickly, providing not just clinical care but also psychological support to patients who feared death or long-term health effects. Nurses and doctors like those at NCID worked extended hours, facing fatigue and emotional stress, but their dedication ensured safety and sustained the healthcare system's integrity. The importance of ongoing protocols, continuous training, and mental health support for frontline staff became evident — recognition that the fight against COVID-19 was not only medical but also psychological.