Was this situation an aberration, or can health status continue to improve event during armed conflict within a country?  Devkota and Teijlingen think that the lessons learned by analyzing Nepal's approach towards health systems during civil war can indeed be applied elsewhere, and for good reason.  At the end of the day, the primary takeaway message is that of coordination, a common theme even in the most stable of countries when discussing health systems.  Coordination among the Ministry of Health and community offices, passing off duties when appropriate.  Coordination between the Ministry of Health and international agents, such as the UN or NGOs. 