scholarly journals Telehealth and the COVID-19 Pandemic: International Perspectives and a Health Systems Framework for Telehealth Implementation to Support Critical Response

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Arindam Basu ◽  
Craig Kuziemsky ◽  
Magdala de Araújo Novaes ◽  
Araujo Kleber ◽  
Fernando Sales ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Systems ◽  
Virus Disease ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
World Health ◽  
Critical Response ◽  
Systems Model ◽  
Global Pandemic ◽  
The Times ◽  
Health Organization ◽  
Systems Framework

Objectives: Telehealth implementation is a complex systems-based endeavour. This paper compares telehealth responses to (COrona VIrus Disease 2019) COVID-19 across ten countries to identify lessons learned about the complexity of telehealth during critical response such as in response to a global pandemic. Our overall objective is to develop a health systems-based framework for telehealth implementation to support critical response. Methods: We sought responses from the members of the International Medical Informatics Association (IMIA) Telehealth Working Group (WG) on their practices and perception of telehealth practices during the times of COVID-19 pandemic in their respective countries. We then analysed their responses to identify six emerging themes that we mapped to the World Health Organization (WHO) model of health systems. Results: Our analysis identified six emergent themes. (1) Government, legal or regulatory aspects of telehealth; (2) Increase in telehealth capacity and delivery; (3) Regulated and unregulated telehealth; (4) Changes in the uptake and perception of telemedicine; (5) Public engagement in telehealth responses to COVID-19; and (6) Implications for training and education. We discuss these themes and then use them to develop a systems framework for telehealth support in critical response. Conclusion: COVID-19 has introduced new challenges for telehealth support in times of critical response. Our themes and systems framework extend the WHO systems model and highlight that telemedicine usage in response to the COVID-19 pandemic is complex and multidimensional. Our systems-based framework provides guidance for telehealth implementation as part of health systems response to a global pandemic such as COVID-19.

Panel 2.9: Repair and Recovery of Health Systems

2005 ◽  
Vol 20 (6) ◽  
pp. 428-431
Author(s):  
Bjorn Melgaard ◽  
Maria Cristina Profili ◽  
Peter Heimann ◽  
Aryono Pusponegoro ◽  
Edward O'Rourke ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Needs Assessment ◽  
World Health Organization ◽  
Capacity Building ◽  
Health Systems ◽  
Local Communities ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
World Health ◽  
Tsunami Disaster ◽  
The World ◽  
Health Organization

AbstractThis is a summary of the presentations and discussion of Panel 2.9, Repair and Recovery of Health Systemsof the Conference, Health Aspects of the Tsunami Disaster in Asia, convened by the World Health Organization (WHO) in Phuket, Thailand, 04–06 May 2005. The topics discussed included issues related to the repair and recovery of health systems as pertain to the damage created by the Tsunami. It is presented in the following major sections: (1) needs assessment; (2) coordination; (3) filling gaps; (4) capacity building; (5) what was done well, and what should have been done better; (6) lessons learned; and (7) recommendations. Recommendations included: (1) how to make health systems better prepared for coping with disasters; and (2) how to support preparedness in local communities.

scholarly journals Corticosteroids for COVID-19 Therapy: Potential Implications on Tuberculosis

2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (7) ◽  
pp. 3773
Author(s):  
Radha Gopalaswamy ◽  
Selvakumar Subbian
Keyword(s):  
Infectious Diseases ◽  
Clinical Symptoms ◽  
Virus Disease ◽  
Clinical Signs ◽  
Significant Risk ◽  
Viral Disease ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
World Health ◽  
Global Pandemic ◽  
Health Organization

On 11 March 2020, the World Health Organization announced the Corona Virus Disease-2019 (COVID-19) as a global pandemic, which originated in China. At the host level, COVID-19, caused by the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2), affects the respiratory system, with the clinical symptoms ranging from mild to severe or critical illness that often requires hospitalization and oxygen support. There is no specific therapy for COVID-19, as is the case for any common viral disease except drugs to reduce the viral load and alleviate the inflammatory symptoms. Tuberculosis (TB), an infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb), also primarily affects the lungs and has clinical signs similar to pulmonary SARS-CoV-2 infection. Active TB is a leading killer among infectious diseases and adds to the burden of the COVID-19 pandemic worldwide. In immunocompetent individuals, primary Mtb infection can also lead to a non-progressive, asymptomatic latency. However, latent Mtb infection (LTBI) can reactivate symptomatic TB disease upon host immune-suppressing conditions. Importantly, the diagnosis and treatment of TB are hampered and admixed with COVID-19 control measures. The US-Center for Disease Control (US-CDC) recommends using antiviral drugs, Remdesivir or corticosteroid (CST), such as dexamethasone either alone or in-combination with specific recommendations for COVID-19 patients requiring hospitalization or oxygen support. However, CSTs can cause immunosuppression, besides their anti-inflammatory properties. The altered host immunity during COVID-19, combined with CST therapy, poses a significant risk for new secondary infections and/or reactivation of existing quiescent infections, such as LTBI. This review highlights CST therapy recommendations for COVID-19, various types and mechanisms of action of CSTs, the deadly combination of two respiratory infectious diseases COVID-19 and TB. It also discusses the importance of screening for LTBI to prevent TB reactivation during corticosteroid therapy for COVID-19.

scholarly journals Vital Role of Technology on Fighting Covid-19 Pandemic

2021 ◽  
pp. 114-117
Author(s):  
Dr. Jayendrasinh Jadav ◽  
Krishna Kulin Trivedi
Keyword(s):  
21St Century ◽  
World Wide ◽  
Virus Disease ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
World Health ◽  
Global Pandemic ◽  
Global Trend ◽  
The World ◽  
Health Organization

The whole fights against the corona virus disease which is an infectious respiratory disease which has high transmissibility and has no medical therapy or vaccine which has been declared as the pandemic by the world health organization popularly known in short as WHO and is a global pandemic. The 21st century is the digital age and digitalization is the global trend. Technology has played a vital role in fighting with the COVID-19 Pandemic. The sudden world-wide pandemic forced to imposed lockdown during which there is digital surge. This research paper focuses on the vital role of technology in fighting the COVID-19 Pandemic.

scholarly journals An Optimized Dietary Plan for Strengthening the Immune System During COVID 19 Crises

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 47-50
Author(s):  
Deepa Shivnani ◽  
Indra Shivnani ◽  
Dnyanesh Amle
Keyword(s):  
Immune System ◽  
Virus Disease ◽  
World Health ◽  
Optimal Diet ◽  
Balanced Diet ◽  
Diet Plan ◽  
Global Pandemic ◽  
The Government ◽  
Health Organization ◽  
Dietary Plan

The World Health Organization announced corona virus disease 19 (COVID 19) as a global pandemic. As the government has implemented various policies, the major challenge was to support immune system in general population who are under self-confinement. An optimal diet plan and nutritional supplements are advised to effectively boost the immune system during the COVID 19 crises. We have suggested an optimized dietary plan for an adult with adequate requirements. A balanced diet could help strengthen the immune system of individuals and prepare to fight against COVID 19.

scholarly journals Resilience to dealing with COVID-19: university perspective in a low-income health Brazilian region

2021 ◽  
Vol 29 (111) ◽  
pp. 525-542
Author(s):  
Bruno Bastos Godoi ◽  
Delba Fonseca Santos
Keyword(s):  
Health System ◽  
Health Systems ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Universal Access ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
World Health ◽  
The People ◽  
Innovative Products ◽  
Quality Health ◽  
Health Organization

Abstract The COVID-19 pandemic draws into focus the need to rebuild resilient health systems with increased access to quality health services. Reaction ability to changing demand is crucial. Resilience is relevant because all countries have vulnerable communities. One could push the argument further, using as an example the resilience particularly present on the agenda of meetings of the World Health Organization. More critical than ever, it is to take stock of the lessons learned. The stakeholders need to work together to accelerate progress towards universal access to essential health information through resilience. Regarding major societal challenges, which have a local dimension, universities have a key role to play in the knowledge creation of innovative products and services. The need for timely, accurate, and reliable data about the Vale do Jequitinhonha in the health system is unarguably overdue for a real-time, technology-driven, surveillance and reporting infrastructure to respond effectively to public health emergencies. Health system resilience is one of the focuses in low-income region framework and it is an indispensable university strategy for managing the health risks of older adults, and chronic disease patients. COVID-19 can cause disruption in health systems. Disruptions to health service infrastructure can result in loss of life, negative economic impact, and harm to communities. Focused actions include investing in Primary Health Care (PHC) and this encompasses basic preventive, promotive, and curative health cares for enhancing the health status of the people by reducing morbidity and mortality rates. Given the key role of such information for health, the university located in a low-income health region has a fundamental role. The reflections and shreds of evidence showed during this essay can serve as a framework for health policies in post-pandemic reality and university acting in the population.

scholarly journals Immune System Enriching Micronutrients: Essential Ingredient for Wellbeing in COVID-19

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (supplement) ◽  
pp. 4
Author(s):  
Shizma Junejo ◽  
Mehreen Lateef ◽  
Eme Paul Eze
Keyword(s):  
Immune System ◽  
Virus Disease ◽  
Significant Loss ◽  
World Health ◽  
The Novel ◽  
Omega 3 ◽  
Global Pandemic ◽  
Nutrition Intake ◽  
Novel Coronavirus ◽  
Health Organization

The World Health Organization (WHO) on March 11, 2020, has declared the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) onset a global pandemic. Consequently, there has been noticeable economic adversity globally and a significant loss of life. A strong functioning immune system is crucial for adequate defense against pathogenic organisms. The intricacy of the interplay between nutrition and immunology is wide ranging. In the context of novel corona virus disease, competent immune system requires adequate supply of essential nutrients including vitamin C, D, E, A, B6, B12, folateandtraceelements,includingzinc,iron,selenium,magnesium,copper to support innate and adaptive immune systems. Other nutrients such as omega-3 fatty acids also support immune system effectively, specifically by helping to resolve the inflammatory response. Deficiencies or suboptimal status in micronutrients negatively affects immune function and can decrease resistance to infections. AlthoughmuchremainstobeknownaboutCOVID-19,itisimportantthat,toavertthelikelihoodof being infected with COVID-19, nutrition intake targeted towards boosting immune system is indispensable.

scholarly journals Coronavirus Diseases (COVID-19) Current Status and Future Perspectives: A Narrative Review

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (8) ◽  
pp. 2690 ◽  
Author(s):  
Francesco Di Gennaro ◽  
Damiano Pizzol ◽  
Claudia Marotta ◽  
Mario Antunes ◽  
Vincenzo Racalbuto ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome ◽  
Virus Disease ◽  
Clinical Manifestations ◽  
Health Impact ◽  
Narrative Review ◽  
World Health ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Future Perspective ◽  
Global Pandemic ◽  
Health Organization

At the end of 2019 a novel virus, severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), causing severe acute respiratory syndrome expanded globally from Wuhan, China. In March 2020 the World Health Organization declared the SARS-Cov-2 virus a global pandemic. We performed a narrative review to describe existing literature with regard to Corona Virus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, management and future perspective. MEDLINE, EMBASE and Scopus databases were searched for relevant articles. Although only when the pandemic ends it will be possible to assess the full health, social and economic impact of this global disaster, this review represents a picture of the current state of the art. In particular, we focus on public health impact, pathophysiology and clinical manifestations, diagnosis, case management, emergency response and preparedness.

scholarly journals Assessment of Knowledge and Attitude towards COVID-19 Vaccination among People in Selected Community of West Bengal

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (12) ◽  
pp. 638-643
Author(s):  
Aditi Karmakar
Keyword(s):  
West Bengal ◽  
Virus Disease ◽  
World Health ◽  
Corona Virus ◽  
Global Pandemic ◽  
Community People ◽  
High Attitude ◽  
Knowledge And Attitude ◽  
Conducting Research ◽  
Health Organization

Several Coronaviruses have caused serious problems in humans. In early March, 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared that the Corona Virus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a global pandemic. COVID-19 is a new strain of coronavirus and scientists are still collecting information and conducting research on the virus. Vaccination is the most effective strategy to protect the population from COVID-19 infection and several vaccines have been approved against the disease globally. But, the knowledge and attitude towards COVID-19 vaccination among general community people are very poorly understood. Thus, the present study aimed to investigate the knowledge and attitude towards COVID-19 vaccination among selected community people in West Bengal and it is observed that 66.75% people had moderate knowledge and 98.25% people had high attitude towards COVID-19 vaccination. Keywords: Corona Virus disease 2019 (COVID-19), Vaccination, Knowledge and Attitude, community people.

scholarly journals The scientific community in COVID-19 global pandemic: A systematic update on recent progress and challenges

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 222-234
Author(s):  
Zeba Firdaus ◽  
Sushil Kumar Singh ◽  
Tryambak Deo Singh ◽  
Meenakshi Singh
Keyword(s):  
Vaccine Development ◽  
Virus Disease ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Treatment Options ◽  
Host Cells ◽  
World Health ◽  
The Novel ◽  
Global Pandemic ◽  
Novel Coronavirus ◽  
Health Organization

The novel coronavirus, which emerged in China in late December 2019, is officially named as Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). The rapid spread of the virus across the continent has disrupted human life in every aspect leading to health and economic crises. The World Health Organization (WHO) declared the novel coronavirus outbreak as a global pandemic on March 11, 2020. In spite of complete lockdown and quarantine efforts in many countries, the occurrence of infections continues to rise, with more than 88 million laboratory-confirmed cases and over 1.9 million deaths worldwide as on January 10, 2021. Since the beginning of the outbreak, lot of intriguing studies about the phylogenetic evolution, epidemiology, pathogenesis, transmission, clinical characteristics, and possible treatment of Corona Virus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) have been published. This review aims to provide an insight into the progress in this regard and provides a reference for future studies including general awareness. We have discussed the origin, transmission, and infection mechanism of coronaviruses in host cells as well as available treatment options with relevant case studies. Furthermore, the stages of vaccine development, types of vaccines, and candidate vaccines with their phases of clinical trial are also incorporated. In a nutshell, the article is an attempt to retrieve the latest information available on virus behavior, efficacy of the available drugs, and development of candidate vaccines on SARS-CoV-2.

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