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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Tayyaba Ali, M.D.[2] Sabawoon Mirwais, M.B.B.S, M.D.[3]

Overview

The secondary prevention measures of Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) encompasses measures to make sure that an infected individual does not transfer the disease to others.

Secondary Prevention

The secondary prevention measures of Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) encompasses measures to make sure that an infected individual does not transfer the disease to others.

  • Infection Control: WHO recommends home care for patients with suspected COVID-19 who present with mild symptoms.[1]
  • Isolation at Home: It is highly recommended for people with suspected or affirmed COVID-19 (including those anticipating test results) should remain at home and attempt to isolate themselves from other members and animals in the family unit.[2][3]

References

  1. "Home care for patients with COVID-19 presenting with mild symptoms and management of their contacts".
  2. "COVID-19 and Animals | CDC". Retrieved 7/11/2020. Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
  3. [+http://dx.doi.org/10.15585/mmwr.mm6923e3 "First Reported Cases of SARS-CoV-2 Infection in Companion Animals — New York, March–April 2020 | MMWR"] Check |url= value (help). Retrieved 7/11/2020. Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)