Thursday 16 April 2020

WHO's new strategy update outlines six factors for countries as they consider lifting restrictions


  1. First, that transmission is controlled; 
  2. Second, that health system capacities are in place to detect, test, isolate and treat every case and trace every contact;  
  3. Third, that outbreak risks are minimised in special settings like health facilities and nursing homes; 
  4. Fourth, that preventive measures are in place in workplaces, schools and other **places where it’s essential for people to go; 
  5. Fifth, that importation risks can be managed; and 
  6. Sixth, that communities are fully educated, engaged and empowered to adjust to the “new norm”

Read here (WHO, April 16, 2020)

Worst ever Covid variant? Omicron

John Campbell shares his findings on Omicron.  View here (Youtube, Nov 27, 2021)