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March 23, 2020
Social Capital and Sleep Quality in Individuals Who Self-Isolated for 14 Days During the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Outbreak in January 2020 in China
A cross-sectional study used validated questionnaires to assess social capital, anxiety, stress, and quality of sleep on 170 individuals who self-isolated for 14 days in central China. Results suggest that increased social capital (i.e. friends and community engagement, etc.) improved sleep quality by reducing stress and anxiety. Xiao et al. (Mar 20, 2020). Social Capital…
Managing Cancer Care During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Agility and Collaboration Toward a Common Goal
This report highlights the unique challenges and circumstances of cancer treatment amidst the COVID-19 outbreak, and the importance of organizational structure, preparation, agility, and a shared vision for continuing to provide cancer treatment in these times of uncertainty and rapid change. The report includes the Incident Command structure at the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance, which…
Rhabdomyolysis as Potential Late Complication Associated with COVID-19
While general muscle pain and fatigue are common symptoms of COVID-19, clinicians should consider the diagnosis of rhabdomyolysis when patients have focal muscle pain and fatigue. Rapid clinical recognition of rhabdomyolysis symptoms can be lifesaving. Jin & Tong (Mar 20, 2020). Rhabdomyolysis as Potential Late Complication Associated with COVID-19. Emerg Infect Dis. https://doi.org/10.3201/eid2607.200445
Expert consensus for managing pregnant women and neonates born to mothers with suspected or confirmed novel coronavirus (COVID-19) infection
This report shares 10 key recommendations for management of COVID-19 during pregnancy. Route of delivery and delivery timing should be individualized based on obstetrical indications and maternal-fetal status. Chen et al. (Mar 20, 2020). Expert consensus for managing pregnant women and neonates born to mothers with suspected or confirmed novel coronavirus (COVID-19) infection. International Jour…
Telehealth for global emergencies: Implications for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)
Smith et al recognize the critical role of telehealth in emergency responses and share strategies for integrating telehealth into the general healthcare system. Some strategies include flexible funding arrangements, training and accrediting our health workforce, redesigning existing models of care and change management strategies. Smith et al. (Mar 20, 2020). Telehealth for global emergencies: Implications…
First Pediatric Case of Coronavirus Disease 2019 in Korea
Park et al present the mild clinical course of the first pediatric case of COVID-19 in Korea and highlight the need to develop pediatric-specific guidelines on isolation and adequate PPE for caregivers. Park et al. (Mar 23, 2020). First Pediatric Case of Coronavirus Disease 2019 in Korea. Jour Korean Med Sci. https://doi.org/10.3346/jkms.2020.35.e124
The feasibility of convalescent plasma therapy in severe COVID- 19 patients: a pilot study
Results from a pilot study based on 19 severe COVID-19 patients indicate that convalescent plasma therapy may have a potential therapeutic effect and low risk in the treatment of severe cases. Duan et al. (Mar 16, 2020). The feasibility of convalescent plasma therapy in severe COVID- 19 patients: a pilot study. Pre-print downloaded Mar 23…
Effectiveness and safety of antiviral or antibody treatments for coronavirus.
The authors conducted a comprehensive literature review on the effectiveness and safety of antiviral therapies for COVID-19 and found that the current evidence on the effectiveness and safety of antiviral therapies is inconclusive. In particular, ribavirin has not shown conclusive effectiveness and may cause harmful adverse events. Rios et al. (Mar 19, 2020). Effectiveness and…
AI-assisted CT imaging analysis for COVID-19 screening: Building and deploying a medical AI system in four weeks
The authors describe their experience in building and deploying an AI system in China that automatically analyzes CT images to detect COVID-19 pneumonia features for faster examination. They report high sensitivity (97%) and high specificity (92%) using the test dataset. Authors of another study on AI applications for COVID-19 provide a machine learning based diagnosis…
Drive-Through Screening Center for COVID-19: a Safe and Efficient Screening System against Massive Community Outbreak
Kwon et al share the concept, advantages, and limitations of the drive-through screening centers designed and implemented in Korea for COVID-19 testing. This could be implemented in other countries to cope with COVID-19 testing needs. Kwon et al. (Mar 23, 2020). Drive-Through Screening Center for COVID-19: a Safe and Efficient Screening System against Massive Community…
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