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Pratikshya Gyawali

Public Engagement Officer

Pratikshya Gyawali is a Public Engagement Officer and public health researcher with expertise in health governance, gender equality, and evidence-based policy development. Her work focuses on integrating community perspectives into research and promoting inclusive, participatory approaches to strengthen health systems.

Before joining OUCRU, Pratikshya worked with Mitra Samaj as Research Coordinator for GIZ’s Baseline Assessment of Local Level Health Governance, and with Helen Keller International on the Multiple Micronutrient Supplementation (MMS) Supply Readiness Assessment Project. She also contributed to USAID’s Global Health Supply Chain Project, supporting maternal and child health initiatives in Nepal.
Her career centers on advancing gender-responsive health governance, evidence-based policymaking, and community engagement in Nepal’s health system.

She holds professional certifications in Implementation Research and Good Health Research Practice from Universitas Gadjah Mada, Indonesia, and in Research Grant Writing from the Nepal Health Research Council.

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Forum Theatre Simulation

Analyse Tam’s choices. Step inside the story as an interactive spectator to break the chain of medical mishaps before it’s too late.

STORY TIMELINE PROGRESSION

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The Ultimate Prevention: Vaccine Status

What if the volunteer leader had checked everyone’s Tetanus vaccination status before leaving for the field trip?

Vaccination Changes Everything

  • 100% Preventable: As you can see from our play, Tetanus cannot be cured easily once symptoms start and can be costly. But it is almost completely preventable with regular vaccination.
  • 10-Year Rule: Adults need a Tetanus booster shot every 10 years to maintain immunity.
  • Early booster shot: If you receive a deep or dirty cut (such as in the play, one from a rusty tool), you may need a booster if your last shot was more than 5 years ago.

When was your last Tetanus shot? Check your records today — a simple booster is the ultimate protection against unexpected accidents.

Forum Theatre Simulation

Analyse Tam’s choices. Step inside the story as an interactive spectator to break the chain of medical mishaps before it’s too late.

STORY TIMELINE PROGRESSION

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Scenario Solved at Step 5!

Life-saving intervention! Jaw stiffness (lockjaw) is a classic symptom of active Tetanus toxin. Immediate hospital admission is required to secure the airway and control muscle spasms.

What if Tam had an ultimate shield against tetanus—protecting him from rusty tools before the trip even started?

Forum Theatre Simulation

Analyse Tam’s choices. Step inside the story as an interactive spectator to break the chain of medical mishaps before it’s too late.

STORY TIMELINE PROGRESSION

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Scenario Solved at Step 4!

Good call! Healthcare providers depend on the full context. Clearly stating that an injury involved rusted metal alerts the nurse to assess Tetanus exposure immediately.

What if Tam had an ultimate shield against tetanus—protecting him from rusty tools before the trip even started?

Forum Theatre Simulation

Analyse Tam’s choices. Step inside the story as an interactive spectator to break the chain of medical mishaps before it’s too late.

STORY TIMELINE PROGRESSION

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Scenario Solved at Step 3!

Spot on! Social media content often promotes unverified advice that delays crucial medical intervention. Deep, dirty cuts always require professional evaluation within hours.

What if Tam had an ultimate shield against tetanus—protecting him from rusty tools before the trip even started?

Forum Theatre Simulation

Analyse Tam’s choices. Step inside the story as an interactive spectator to break the chain of medical mishaps before it’s too late.

STORY TIMELINE PROGRESSION

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Scenario Solved at Step 2!

Smart choice! Clostridium tetani bacteria thrive in organic material like dirt and leaves. Keeping raw plants out of deep cuts prevents pushing bacterial spores deeper into tissue.

What if Tam had an ultimate shield against tetanus—protecting him from rusty tools before the trip even started?

Forum Theatre Simulation

Analyse Tam’s choices. Step inside the story as an interactive spectator to break the chain of medical mishaps before it’s too late.

STORY TIMELINE PROGRESSION

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Scenario Solved at Step 1!

Great call! By stopping work with high-risk, corroded tools, you removed the physical source of Tetanus exposure entirely before an injury could even happen.

What if Tam had an ultimate shield against tetanus—protecting him from rusty tools before the trip even started?

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