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Predicting the impacts of epidemic outbreaks on global supply chains: A simulation-based analysis on the coronavirus outbreak (COVID-19/SARS-CoV-2) case
(2020-03-24)Epidemic outbreaks are a special case of supply chain (SC) risks which is distinctively characterized by a long-term disruption existence, disruption propagations (i.e., the ripple effect), and high uncertainty. We present ... -
Prediction of COVID-19 Outbreak in China and Optimal Return Date for University Students Based on Propagation Dynamics
(2020-04-07)On 12 December 2019, a novel coronavirus disease, named COVID-19, began to spread around the world from Wuhan, China. It is useful and urgent to consider the future trend of this outbreak. We establish the 4+1 penta-group ... -
Preliminary Assessment of the COVID-19 Outbreak Using 3-Staged Model e-ISHR
(2020-04-07)The outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Wuhan has aroused widespread concern and attention from all over the world. Many articles have predicted the development of the epidemic. Most of them only use very ... -
Prevalence of stress, anxiety, depression among the general population during the COVID-19 pandemic: a systematic review and meta-analysis
(2020-07-06)Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on public mental health. Therefore, monitoring and oversight of the population mental health during crises such as a panedmic is an immediate priority. The aim ... -
A rapid review investigating the potential impact of a pandemic on the mental health of young people aged 12-25 years
(2020-09-11)Objectives: In March 2020, the WHO officially declared the spread of COVID-19 as a pandemic. Adolescence and early adulthood are peak times for the onset of mental health difficulties. Exposure to a pandemic during this ... -
Rapid Review Update 1: Is there an increased risk of adverse maternal or fetal outcomes in women infected with COVID-19 during pregnancy?
(2020-09-03)Understanding the implications of COVID-19 infection during pregnancy may help public health practitioners to support expectant parents, and may guide obstetric care for patients with COVID-19. This rapid review was produced ... -
Rapid Review Update 1: What is the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on opioid and substance use and related harms?
(2020-09-21)The COVID-19 pandemic and related public health measures are having broad effects across the population, and are likely to have pronounced effects for people who use opioids and other illicit substances, due to potential ... -
Rate of Intensive Care Unit admission and outcomes among patients with coronavirus: A systematic review and Meta-analysis
(2020-07-10)Background: The rate of ICU admission among patients with coronavirus varied from 3% to 100% and the mortality was as high as 86% of admitted patients. The objective of the systematic review was to investigate the rate of ... -
Repurposing and reshaping of hospitals during the COVID-19 outbreak in South Korea
(2020-05-05)During the extensive outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in South Korea, many strategies in the hospital setting, such as stratified patient care, the assignment of hospitals/beds by a task force team, and the ... -
Requirements and technical specifications of personal protective. Interim recommendations, 2 February 2020
(2020-02-02)respiratory illness among people exposed in a seafood market in Wuhan, China; • Human-to-human transmission has been documented, including in healthcare workers, and aerosol-generating procedures (AGP)† may play a role in ... -
Resilience in the time of pandemic: The experience of community pharmacists during COVID-19
(2020-05-20)Background: As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a significant disruption of the practice of pharmacy. Importantly, in many parts of the world, this disruption occurred literally overnight, requiring ... -
The Role of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Techniques: Race for COVID-19 Vaccine
(2020-04-17)Context: In the healthcare system, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is emerging as a productive tool. There are instances where AI has done marvels in the diagnosis of various health conditions and the interpretation of complex ... -
State of Emergency 24 Hour Curfew imposed from 6 a.m. April 9 to 6 a.m. April 16, 2020 Official Guidelines
(2020-04-09)The government of Antigua and Barbuda has declared a State of Emergency in an effort to curb the spread of the Coronavirus – COVID 19 • A 24 Hour curfew has been enacted from Thursday 9th April – 6:00 a.m. to 6 a.m. April ... -
State of Emergency Curfew continues from 12:01 a.m. April 23 to 12 Midnight May 14, 2020 Official Guidelines
(2020-04-23)• The government of Antigua and Barbuda has declared a State of Emergency in an effort to curb the spread of the Coronavirus – COVID 19 • A curfew has been enacted from Thursday 23rd April – 12:01 a.m. to Thursday May 14, ... -
State of Emergency Curfew continues from 13th May – 9:00 p.m. to Friday June 12, 2020 – 5:00 a.m. Official Guidelines
(2020-05-14)• The government of Antigua and Barbuda has declared a State of Emergency in an effort to curb the spread of the Coronavirus – COVID 19 • A curfew has been enacted from Wednesday 13th May – 9:00 p.m. to Friday June 12, ...