COVID-19 Literature Situation Report
COVID-19 Literature Situation Report is a daily (M-F) newsletter that provides a succinct summary of the latest scientific literature related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The scientific literature on COVID-19 is rapidly evolving and these articles were selected for review based on their relevance to Washington State decision making around COVID-19 response efforts. Included in these Lit Reps are some manuscripts that have been made available online as pre-prints but have not yet undergone peer review. Please be aware of this when reviewing articles included in the Lit Reps.
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March 23, 2020
COVID-19 Literature Situation Report March 23, 2020
While highly disruptive to society, a study found four social distancing interventions to be highly effective in flattening the curve, even after a 10-week delay from index case arrivals.
March 20, 2020
COVID-19 Literature Situation Report March 20, 2020
Results from a meta-analysis highlight the importance of timely and clear communication by public health officials for better quarantine adherence.
March 19, 2020
COVID-19 Literature Situation Report March 19, 2020
A study highlights the significance of large-scale and standardized clinical testing for early prevention and control of COVID-19.
March 18, 2020
COVID-19 Literature Situation Report March 16, 2020
Prisons, youth detention centers and immigration detention centers are high-risk settings for COVID-19 outbreaks and should be integrated in COVID-19 public health responses.
March 17, 2020
COVID-19 Literature Situation Report March 17, 2020
Similar to prior studies, a new study found no evidence of vertical transmission of SARS-CoV-2.
March 16, 2020
COVID-19 Literature Situation Report March 16, 2020
More studies emphasize the importance of self-imposed prevention measures and social distancing to curb the spread of COVID-19.
March 13, 2020
COVID-19 Literature Situation Report March 13, 2020
More research is exploring transmission routes for COVID-19, emphasizing fomite spread and possible aerosolization in confined spaces.
March 12, 2020
COVID-19 Literature Situation Report March 12, 2020
One study calls attention to clinical recommendations during the current outbreak for psoriasis patients who may be on immunosuppressive treatments.
March 11, 2020
COVID-19 Literature Situation Report March 11, 2020
There is new evidence indicating stability of SARs-CoV-2 on surfaces and in the air, supporting plausible fomite and aerosol transmission of COVID-19.
March 10, 2020
COVID-19 Literature Situation Report March 10, 2020
Several new studies have explored the potential efficacy of treatments for other conditions that have been FDA-approved and may have useful applications for COVID-19 patients, though further study and clinical trials are warranted. Among those discussed in the newest literature are cepharanthine (CEP), selamectin, mefloquine hydrochloride, and chloroquine phosphate.
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