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March 12, 2020
2019 novel coronavirus patients’ clinical characteristics, discharge rate and fatality rate of meta-analysis
Li et al summarize clinical data from 10 studies to describe the clinical symptoms, laboratory test data, and epidemiological characteristics of about 2,000 COVID-19 patients. The results of the meta-analysis showed that men accounted for 60% of COVID-19 patients, which was higher than women, and the case fatality was 7%. Li et al. (Mar 12,…
SARS-CoV-2 Infection among Travelers returning from Wuhan, China
In this correspondence based on a follow-up on 94 people who boarded an evacuation flight from Wuhan to Singapore on Jan 30th, the authors highlight the importance of understanding transmission of COVID-19 from asymptomatic people or those with very mild symptoms for successful containment strategies. Ng et al. (Mar 12, 2020). SARS-CoV-2 Infection among Travelers…
Lack of vertical transmission of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2, China
This article reiterates that mother-to-child transmission of SARS-CoV-2 is unlikely and highlights the importance of effective implementation of protective measures during delivery. Li et al. (Mar 5, 2020). Lack of vertical transmission of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2, China. Emerging Infectious Disease. https://doi.org/10.3201/eid2606.200287
First known person-to-person transmission of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in the USA
This article describes the epidemiologic investigation and contact tracing that was conducted on this first person-to-person transmission in the U.S. that occurred between two people with prolonged, unprotected exposure while the index patient (travel-associated case) was symptomatic. The authors note that despite actively monitoring almost 350 contacts and the 75 contacts who further developed COVID-19…
March 11, 2020
COVID‐19: Emerging compassion, courage and resilience in the face of misinformation and adversity
In this editorial, Smith et al drew parallels between the worsening humanitarian crisis of the COVID-19 outbreak, the 2003 SARS outbreak, and the 2019 Australian bushfires. The authors remind researchers continue conducting collaborative research to further develop the knowledge base of the international scientific community around COVID-19. The article highlights the importance of the nursing…
Prevalence and Risk Factors of Acute Posttraumatic Stress Symptoms during the COVID-19 Outbreak in Wuhan, China
Sun et al found that prevalence of posttraumatic stress symptoms (PTSS) among the public in mainland China 1 month after the start of the COVID-19 outbreak was 4.6%. Factors associated with PTSS included female sex, having some exposure history related to Wuhan, being part of a high-risk populations (e.g., people residing in high incidence regions),…
Mortality of COVID-19 is Associated with Cellular Immune Function Compared to Immune Function in Chinese Han Population
Zeng et al compare clinical characteristics and cellular immune functions between 752 COVID-19 patients and 14,117 controls in China. These findings may be helpful to clinicians who manage COVID-19 infections. Zeng et al. (Mar 10, 2020). Mortality of COVID-19 is Associated with Cellular Immune Function Compared to Immune Function in Chinese Han Population. Pre-print downloaded…
A retrospective study of the clinical characteristics of COVID-19 infection in 26 children
In alignment with prior research, Tang et al conclude that children with COVID-19 tend to present with milder symptoms and better prognosis than adults. Tang et al. (Mar 10, 2020). A retrospective study of the clinical characteristics of COVID-19 infection in 26 children. Pre-print downloaded Mar 11 from https://doi.org/10.1101/2020.03.08.20029710
Ascertainment rate of novel 1 coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Japan
The authors reviewed epidemiologic data for COVID-19 cases in Japan. Severe cases are more likely to be reported however they still account for a minority of all cases that occur. Omori et al. (Mar 10, 2020). Ascertainment rate of novel 1 coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Japan. Pre-print downloaded Mar 11 from https://doi.org/10.1101/2020.03.09.20033183
The epidemiological characteristics of 2019 novel coronavirus diseases (COVID-19) in Jingmen, Hubei, China
Gao et al explore the epidemiological and clinical characteristics of 213 COVID-19 patients in Jingmen Hospital, China. Gao et al. (Mar 10, 2020). The epidemiological characteristics of 2019 novel coronavirus diseases (COVID-19) in Jingmen, Hubei, China. Pre-print downloaded Mar 11 from https://doi.org/10.1101/2020.03.07.20031393
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