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March 20, 2020
A framework for identifying regional outbreak and spread of COVID-19 from one-minute population-wide surveys
Rossman et al developed a short survey based on symptoms associated with COVID-19, with the primary purpose of locating potential geographic areas in which SARS-CoV-2 is spreading throughout Israel. Preliminary results reveal different rates of symptoms in different cities despite close geographical proximity. This survey may have several potential applications – (1) help predict future…
Analysis of COVID-19 infection spread in Japan based on stochastic transition model
A stochastic transmission model used to predict the spread of COVID-19 and assess the effectiveness of transmission control measures in crowded areas in Japan found that the growth of infected people stagnated if time spent in crowded areas was less than 4 hours and started to decrease if cut to 2 hours. Karako et al….
Alert for non-respiratory symptoms of Coronavirus Disease 2019 patients in epidemic period: A case report of familial cluster with three asymptomatic COVID-19 patients
Lu et al use results from a single family cluster of asymptomatic COVID-19 patients in China to infer that comprehensive and rigorous epidemiological investigation in combination with multiple detection methods can help in the detection of hidden asymptomatic carriers. Lu et al. (March 19, 2020). Alert for non-respiratory symptoms of Coronavirus Disease 2019 patients in…
How to improve adherence with quarantine: Rapid review of the evidence
This review on adherence to quarantine found that adherence ranged from 0 to 93%. The most common factors affecting adherence were knowledge about the COVID-19 outbreak, quarantine protocol, social norms, perceived benefits of quarantine and perceived risk of contracting COVID-19 and practicalities of being in quarantine. This highlights the importance of timely and clear communication…
March 19, 2020
Knowledge and perceptions of coronavirus disease 2019 among the general public in the United States and the United Kingdom: A cross-sectional online survey
Results from a cross-sectional online survey of 6,000 adults in the US and UK show the misconceptions of COVID-19 among the general public. Government agencies, media, and healthcare workers could launch information campaigns to target these misconceptions, which could help reduce anxiety around COVID-19 and ensure the public is well-informed. Geldsetzer (Mar 13, 2020). Knowledge…
Mass gathering events and reducing further global spread of COVID-19: a political and public health dilemma
This article displays the COVID-19 Risk Assessment for mass gatherings tool developed by WHO, and highlights the importance of using it as a resource when canceling events and clearly communicating the justification. McCloskey et al. (Mar 19, 2020). Mass gathering events and reducing further global spread of COVID-19: a political and public health dilemma. Lancet….
Correcting under-reported COVID-19 case numbers
This study suggests that the current reporting of COVID-19 cases in most countries is significantly underestimating the true scale of the pandemic. The lack of testing makes it difficult to estimate the true incidence and fatality rates. The author highlights the importance of publicly accessible real-time data and the relevance of combining global healthcare efforts….
Pregnancy and Perinatal Outcomes of Women with Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Pneumonia: A Preliminary Analysis
Pregnancy and childbirth did not aggravate the course of symptoms or CT features of COVID-19 pneumonia in 15 pregnant women in this study, all of whom had mild symptoms and achieved good recovery from COVID-19. No SARS-CoV-2 infections were detected in the neonates. Liu et al. (Mar 7, 2020). Pregnancy and Perinatal Outcomes of Women…
The clinical and epidemiological features and hints of 82 confirmed COVID-19 pediatric cases aged 0-16 in Wuhan, China
Yu et al share the clinical and epidemiological features of 82 confirmed COVID-19 pediatric cases aged 0-16 years from a hospital in Wuhan. Most patients had a fever or cough at admission and mild symptoms. The hospital discharge rate was 73%, the mean hospital stay was 11.2 days and there were no fatalities. Yu et…
SARS-CoV-2 Infection in Children
This article describes the spectrum of illness in 171 children with COVID-19 – most of whom had mild symptoms and were asymptomatic. The authors emphasize the need to determine transmission potential of asymptomatic cases that could guide in developing measures to control the ongoing pandemic. Lu et al. (Mar 18, 2020). SARS-CoV-2 Infection in Children….
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