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Published on: Apr 04, 2020
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By: Raj Dwivedi

Everything You Wanted To Know About Quarantine!

I have received many questions lately asking clarity around

· Can You Be Forced into Quarantine?

· how quarantines are imposed enforced during Corona Virus?

· Can the government impose a quarantine on anybody?

· Are quarantines, including self-isolating at home, voluntary or mandatory?

· Is there a right to appeal?

· What does the government provide during a quarantine?

· Are quarantines effective?

Here are some of the facts and details around Quarantine in US

· When it comes to the federal government, it can impose quarantines under the Public Health Service Act for two main reasons:

o to prevent the spread of communicable disease into the United States or between states.

· Quarantines are considered a measure of last resort when no preferable means is available to halt the spread of a deadly communicable disease.

· Those subject to quarantine should be either infectious or have been exposed to the disease, experts said.

· There is no blanket law, the laws vary by state and even locality.

· Voluntary or Mandatory? It is a bit of a gray area. It often seems voluntary until the person involved tries to leave, at which point health officials are likely to make it compulsory, experts said.

· The bottom line is that if a quarantine is not enforced and other people catch the fatal disease as a result, the local government could be held liable.

· Laws vary by state, but those who ignore the rule could face fines or jail time

· Local authorities often have some form of enforcement power, but usually try gentle persuasion to persuade people that it is for their good and the good of the community.

· An infected person blatantly ignoring an order might be forced to go into medical isolation — that is, some form of locked hospital ward.

· Scope of Change in Appeal process — States should have some manner of appeal process, and some require a court order from the outset. If there is no medical tribunal or other means for a second opinion, ultimately anyone could challenge a quarantine order in court through a writ of habeas corpus.

· Under C.D.C. rules, the federal government must test those confined within 72 hours and define the length of stay from the outset — two weeks for the coronavirus because that is the incubation period for the disease.

· The most glaring hole in American quarantine laws, experts said, is that there is no guaranteed salary. An employer could even fire a quarantined employee. President Trump has said that his administration would address financial relief for people quarantined.

· Quarantine Effectiveness — They generally help slow the spread of the disease but sometimes do not depending on the disease and the conditions of the quarantine, holding passengers on the Diamond Princess cruise ship in Japan appeared to create a kind of petri dish with more people infected.

· Historically In the United States, quarantines have been extremely rare. The last federal quarantine was in the early 1960s against a suspected smallpox outbreak. Instead the C.D.C. tends to issue health warnings, like advising pregnant women to avoid Southern Florida in 2016 during an outbreak of the Zika virus.

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Remote Mental Health Therapy India: Bridging Distance with Compassionate Digital Care

Mental health is no longer a silent struggle - it’s part of the wellness conversation.
With the rise of digital platforms, remote mental health therapy is making emotional support more accessible, private, and convenient than ever before.

In India, where social stigma and time barriers often limit therapy access, SecondMedic is transforming how people seek and receive mental wellness support through its secure online counselling services.

The Rise of Remote Mental Health Therapy in India

India faces a critical mental health challenge - nearly 1 in 7 Indians experience psychological distress each year (NIMHANS 2024).
However, traditional therapy remains inaccessible for many due to location, cost, or social stigma.

Remote therapy breaks these barriers, offering confidential, convenient, and affordable access to professional care.
According to FICCI-EY’s 2024 Health Report, teletherapy usage in India increased by 68% post-pandemic, with 70% of users under the age of 35.

How SecondMedic’s Remote Therapy Works

SecondMedic’s virtual mental health program is designed to make therapy simple and stigma-free:

Book a Session: Choose a licensed therapist from various specializations.
Join Securely: Attend private video sessions with complete confidentiality.
Get Personalized Care: Therapists create coping plans using clinical and lifestyle insights.
Continuous Support: Access follow-ups, AI-based mood tracking, and wellness resources.

The entire process is digital, safe, and tailored to individual emotional needs.

Why Remote Therapy Works

Remote mental health therapy combines convenience and consistency - key factors in emotional healing.
It eliminates commute stress, provides comfort of familiar spaces, and allows flexible scheduling for busy professionals.

A Statista 2025 survey revealed that 87% of Indian users found online therapy equally effective as traditional sessions for managing anxiety and work stress.

Top Benefits of Remote Mental Health Therapy

1. Accessibility Without Boundaries

Therapy from anywhere - be it a metro city or a remote village - available at your fingertips.

2. Confidential and Comfortable

SecondMedic ensures judgment-free spaces where users can open up safely.

3. Cost-Effective and Time-Saving

Sessions are priced affordably, eliminating travel and waiting costs.

4. Holistic Wellness Integration

Therapy aligns with sleep, fitness, and nutrition tracking for all-around wellbeing.

5. Continuity of Care

AI tools and follow-ups maintain emotional stability even between sessions.

Mental Health and Corporate India

Workplace stress and burnout are now recognized as serious health risks.
Companies partnering with SecondMedic use digital therapy as part of corporate wellness programs, providing employees with access to confidential mental health support.

A Deloitte India (2024) study found that employee productivity increases by 21% when mental wellness programs are integrated into workplace policies.

Common Conditions Addressed by Remote Therapy

Stress and Anxiety Disorders
Depression and Burnout
Sleep Problems
Relationship or Family Conflicts
Trauma and Grief Recovery

SecondMedic’s diverse panel of therapists and psychologists specialize across these categories, ensuring personalized care for every user.

Privacy and Data Protection

Mental health demands trust - and SecondMedic safeguards it.
All sessions are encrypted, and users’ medical and emotional data are stored securely under HIPAA and ABDM protocols, ensuring full confidentiality.

No information is shared without explicit patient consent.

India’s Future of Digital Mental Health

By 2028, India’s digital mental health market is expected to exceed USD 1 billion (IMARC 2025) as teletherapy becomes mainstream.
AI-powered emotion analytics, wearable integration, and multilingual access will make mental healthcare even more inclusive.

SecondMedic is at the forefront of this movement - merging empathy with innovation to redefine how India experiences therapy.

Conclusion

Mental health is health.
With SecondMedic’s Remote Mental Health Therapy, emotional support is no longer limited by geography, stigma, or time.

India’s next step toward holistic wellness is digital - and it begins with a single, confidential conversation.

Book your online therapy session now at www.secondmedic.com

References

NIMHANS - National Mental Health Survey India 2024
FICCI-EY - Digital Healthcare Transformation Report 2024
Statista - Online Therapy Effectiveness Study India 2025
Deloitte India - Corporate Wellness & Productivity Report 2024
IMARC Group - Digital Mental Health Market India 2025-2028

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