High Doses of Vitamin D as an Emergency Alternative in COVID-19: A Proposal for Further Investigation
Proposal to investigate the potential use of high doses of Vitamin D as an emergency alternative in the treatment of COVID-19, emphasizing the need for rigorous research to evaluate its safety and efficacy in this context.
October 2020
Lopinavir-Ritonavir in Severe COVID-19: Lack of Clinical Benefits in Hospitalized Patients
In a study involving 199 hospitalized patients with severe COVID-19 disease, lopinavir-ritonavir treatment did not demonstrate clinical benefits, prompting reconsideration of its efficacy in this patient population.
October 2020
Presymptomatic Transmission of SARS-CoV-2: Implications for Public Health Measures
Highlighting the importance of social distancing measures, including avoidance of crowded environments, in mitigating presymptomatic transmission of SARS-CoV-2, public health authorities must emphasize proactive prevention strategies to curb the spread of the virus during the COVID-19 pandemic.
October 2020
COVID-19 Transmission through the Ocular Surface: Implications for Infection Control
Infectious droplets and body fluids can contaminate the human conjunctival epithelium, highlighting the potential role of the ocular surface in SARS-CoV-2 transmission and the importance of infection control measures targeting ocular secretions.
October 2020
Interventions to Mitigate the Early Spread of SARS-CoV-2: Insights for Public Health Measures
Implementation of early interventions, including quarantining, workplace distancing, and school closures, can substantially reduce the spread of SARS-CoV-2 once community transmission is detected, offering valuable insights for public health authorities.
October 2020
Guidance on Social Distancing and Protecting Vulnerable Populations During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Comprehensive guidance on implementing social distancing measures to reduce interpersonal interactions and curb the transmission of COVID-19, with a focus on protecting vulnerable populations from the virus.
October 2020
