February 21, 2020

COVID-19 in Singapore—Current Experience: Critical Global Issues That Require Attention and Action

Category: Article Summary

Topic: Transmission

• Singapore’s proactive public health response to COVID-19 is described with reference to seven critical issues that require global attention to further curb the spread of the outbreak. Among these are improved understanding of the epidemiological and clinical features of the virus, identification of effective treatment options and vaccines, and better communication and support strategies for the public and frontline health care workers. 

Wong et al. (Feb 20, 2020). COVID-19 in Singapore—Current Experience: Critical Global Issues That Require Attention and Action. JAMA. https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2761890