India, July 4 -- ".his condition was so bad, he was ill, and he was not taken to the hospital (he passed away) . I used to sell snacks all day. and throughout the day, I used to think I should collect enough money before I go home and bring painkillers to my father. feed him fruits etc. so that he becomes well as before.My father was very good. He never let me feel any dearth of anything. like shade from the sun.

We heard many such stories from families we interviewed between December 2022 and March 2023 about their experiences during COVID-19. What stood out was the fact that the pandemic did not create these vulnerabilities. It exposed them and sometimes exacerbated them-often with no solutions in sight and disastrous consequences.

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