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Topic: Public Health Policy and Practice
February 27, 2020
Emergence of Novel Coronavirus 2019-nCoV: Need for Rapid Vaccine and Biologics Development
Authors provide a detailed review of what is known and not known about SARS-CoV-19. They conclude that collaborative efforts of researchers are needed to fill the knowledge gaps about this new virus, to develop the proper diagnostic tools, and effective treatment to combat this infection. The need for rapid vaccine development and the potential of…
Clinical Data on Hospital Environmental Hygiene Monitoring and Medical Staffs Protection during the Coronavirus Disease 2019 Outbreak
The outbreak of COVID-19 placed unprecedented challenges on hospital environmental hygiene and medical staff’s protection in Hospitals China. Jiang et al. assessed hospital environmental hygiene (air and surfaces) using quantitative real RT-PCR methods. Viruses were detected on surfaces in the isolation area with suspected patients and in the air of the isolation ward with an…
February 25, 2020
Lessons learned from the 2019-nCoV epidemic on prevention of future infectious Diseases
This report details how Chinese traffic restrictions in Hubei Province. Preliminary data suggest the effectiveness of these restrictions for this outbreak thus far. These measures involved consultation with public health experts, the government, and the general public. This experience will provide valuable lessons for quickly coordinating and coping with future public health emergencies. Pan et…
CDC COVID-19 Response Team: CDC Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. Update: Public Health Response to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 Outbreak —United States, February 24, 2020
This MMWR report summarizes U.S. public health efforts slow and to contain transmission of COVID-19. Measures include case and contact identification, recommended assessment, monitoring, and care of travelers arriving from areas with substantial COVID-19 transmission. Interim guidance is available at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/index.html Jernigan (Feb 25, 2020). CDC COVID-19 Response Team: CDC Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report….
February 24, 2020
ACP risk grade: a simple mortality index for patients with confirmed or suspected severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 disease (COVID-19) during the early stage of outbreak in Wuhan, China
Authors describe the construction and testing of a mortality index to evaluate mortality risk for confirmed and suspected COVID-19 cases. Lu et al. (Feb 23, 2020). ACP risk grade: a simple mortality index for patients with confirmed or suspected severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 disease (COVID-19) during the early stage of outbreak in Wuhan,…
Assessing the impact of a symptom-based mass screening and testing intervention during a novel infectious disease outbreak: The case of COVID-19
Symptom-based mass screening and testing interventions (MSTI) can be effective at preventing or reducing disease transmission if implemented correctly. The authors discuss pitfalls of MSTI approaches and strategies to improve effectiveness. Ge et al. (Feb 23, 2020). Assessing the impact of a symptom-based mass screening and testing intervention during a novel infectious disease outbreak: The…
Emergence of a Novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) and the Importance of Diagnostic Testing: Why Partnership between Clinical Laboratories, Public Health Agencies, and Industry Is Essential to Control the Outbreak
This Mayo Clinic commentary emphasizes the importance of collaboration across public health agencies, laboratories, and industry to increase preparedness and response capacity and to ensure rapid development, dissemination, and implementation of diagnostic tests. Binnicker (Feb 20, 2020). Emergence of a Novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) and the Importance of Diagnostic Testing: Why Partnership between Clinical Laboratories,…
February 21, 2020
oronavirus: home testing pilot launched in London to cut hospital visits and ambulance use
In London, public health officials are piloting a new in-home COVID-19 test among people determined not to require immediate hospitalization. Mahase (Feb 14, 2020). Coronavirus: home testing pilot launched in London to cut hospital visits and ambulance use. BMJ. https://doi.org/10.1136/bmj.m621
February 20, 2020
The Neglected Health of International Migrant Workers in the COVID-19 epidemic
Liem et al. describe an often neglected group of individuals during outbreaks: international migrant workers (IMW). There are currently about 150 million IMW worldwide, of which 95% reside in areas with confirmed COVID-19. The authors highlight barriers IMW encounter in accessing health services during outbreaks and call for IMW health needs to be made an…
February 19, 2020
Challenges to the system of reserve medical supplies for public health emergencies: reflections on the outbreak of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) epidemic in China
One of the major factors limiting epidemic prevention and control is shortage of essential personal protective equipment and other medical supplies in China, despite efforts to shore up capacity in the wake of the 2003 SARS outbreak. The authors call for further international cooperation and preparedness in developing stores of emergency reserve medical supplies. Wang…
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