Persistence of coronaviruses on inanimate surfaces and their inactivation with biocidal agents

Journal of Hospital Infection, Год журнала: 2020, Номер 104(3), С. 246 - 251

Опубликована: Фев. 6, 2020

Currently, the emergence of a novel human coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2, has become global health concern causing severe respiratory tract infections in humans. Human-to-human transmissions have been described with incubation times between 2-10 days, facilitating its spread via droplets, contaminated hands or surfaces. We therefore reviewed literature on all available information about persistence and veterinary coronaviruses inanimate surfaces as well inactivation strategies biocidal agents used for chemical disinfection, e.g. healthcare facilities. The analysis 22 studies reveals that such Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) Middle East (MERS) coronavirus endemic (HCoV) can persist like metal, glass plastic up to 9 but be efficiently inactivated by surface disinfection procedures 62-71% ethanol, 0.5% hydrogen peroxide 0.1% sodium hypochlorite within 1 minute. Other 0.05-0.2% benzalkonium chloride 0.02% chlorhexidine digluconate are less effective. As no specific therapies early containment prevention further will crucial stop ongoing outbreak control this infectious thread.

Язык: Английский

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Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19): A literature review

Journal of Infection and Public Health, Год журнала: 2020, Номер 13(5), С. 667 - 673

Опубликована: Апрель 8, 2020

In early December 2019, an outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), caused by a novel severe acute respiratory syndrome 2 (SARS-CoV-2), occurred in Wuhan City, Hubei Province, China. On January 30, 2020 the World Health Organization declared as Public Emergency International Concern. As February 14, 2020, 49,053 laboratory-confirmed and 1,381 deaths have been reported globally. Perceived risk acquiring has led many governments to institute variety control measures. We conducted literature review publicly available information summarize knowledge about pathogen current epidemic. this review, causative agent, pathogenesis immune responses, epidemiology, diagnosis, treatment management disease, preventions strategies are all reviewed.

Язык: Английский

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Review of the 2019 novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) based on current evidence

International Journal of Antimicrobial Agents, Год журнала: 2020, Номер 55(6), С. 105948 - 105948

Опубликована: Март 19, 2020

Язык: Английский

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Reduction in ST-Segment Elevation Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory Activations in the United States During COVID-19 Pandemic

Journal of the American College of Cardiology, Год журнала: 2020, Номер 75(22), С. 2871 - 2872

Опубликована: Апрель 10, 2020

Язык: Английский

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Comparing SARS-CoV-2 with SARS-CoV and influenza pandemics

The Lancet Infectious Diseases, Год журнала: 2020, Номер 20(9), С. e238 - e244

Опубликована: Июль 3, 2020

The objective of this Personal View is to compare transmissibility, hospitalisation, and mortality rates for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) with those other epidemic coronaviruses, such as (SARS-CoV) Middle East (MERS-CoV), pandemic influenza viruses. basic reproductive rate (R0) SARS-CoV-2 estimated be 2·5 (range 1·8-3·6) compared 2·0-3·0 SARS-CoV the 1918 pandemic, 0·9 MERS-CoV, 1·5 2009 pandemic. causes mild or asymptomatic disease in most cases; however, critical illness occurs a small proportion infected individuals, highest seen people older than 70 years. measured case fatality varies between countries, probably because differences testing strategies. Population-based estimates vary widely across Europe, ranging from zero high. Numbers first affected region Italy, Lombardy, show an all age 154 per 100 000 population. Differences are likely due varying demographic structures, among factors. However, new virus has focal dissemination; therefore, some areas have higher burden more others reasons that still not understood. Nevertheless, early introduction strict physical distancing hygiene measures proven effective sharply reducing R0 associated could part explain geographical differences.

Язык: Английский

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COVID-19 and Multiorgan Response

Current Problems in Cardiology, Год журнала: 2020, Номер 45(8), С. 100618 - 100618

Опубликована: Апрель 28, 2020

Язык: Английский

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Impact of the COVID-19 virus outbreak on movement and play behaviours of Canadian children and youth: a national survey

International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity, Год журнала: 2020, Номер 17(1)

Опубликована: Июль 6, 2020

Abstract Background Healthy childhood development is fostered through sufficient physical activity (PA; including time outdoors), limiting sedentary behaviours (SB), and adequate sleep; collectively known as movement behaviours. Though the COVID-19 virus outbreak has changed daily lives of children youth, it unknown to what extent related restrictions may compromise ability play meet behaviour recommendations. This secondary data analysis examined immediate impacts on in youth. Methods A national sample Canadian parents ( n = 1472) (5–11 years) or youth (12–17 (54% girls) completed an online survey that assessed changes child during outbreak. Behaviours included PA play, SB, sleep. Family demographics parental factors influence were assessed. Correlations between demographic determined. For open-ended questions, word frequency distributions reported. Results Only 4.8% (2.8% girls, 6.5% boys) 0.6% (0.8% 0.5% meeting combined guidelines restrictions. Children had lower levels, less outside time, higher SB (including leisure screen time), more sleep Parental encouragement support, engagement PA, family dog ownership positively associated with healthy Although families spent several reported adopting new hobbies accessing resources. Conclusions study provides evidence collateral consequences outbreak, demonstrating adverse impact These findings can guide efforts preserve promote health crisis recovery period, inform strategies mitigate potential harm future pandemics.

Язык: Английский

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A systematic review of asymptomatic infections with COVID-19

Journal of Microbiology Immunology and Infection, Год журнала: 2020, Номер 54(1), С. 12 - 16

Опубликована: Май 15, 2020

Since the outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in late December 2019, it has brought significant harm and challenges to over 200 countries regions around world. However, there is increasing evidence that many patients with COVID-19 are asymptomatic or have only mild symptoms, but they able transmit virus others. There difficulties screening for infections, which makes more difficult national prevention control this epidemic. This article reviews characteristics, treatment, outcomes infections COVID-19, hoping would be helpful early severe public health threat worldwide.

Язык: Английский

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Factors determining the diffusion of COVID-19 and suggested strategy to prevent future accelerated viral infectivity similar to COVID

The Science of The Total Environment, Год журнала: 2020, Номер 729, С. 138474 - 138474

Опубликована: Апрель 20, 2020

Язык: Английский

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Grief During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Considerations for Palliative Care Providers

Journal of Pain and Symptom Management, Год журнала: 2020, Номер 60(1), С. e70 - e76

Опубликована: Апрель 13, 2020

Язык: Английский

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