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Convalescent plasma treatment of severe COVID-19: A matched control study
(2020-05-22)Background Since December 2019, Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) has become a global pandemic, causing mass morbidity and mortality. Prior studies in other respiratory infections suggest that convalescent plasma transfusion ... -
Trends of SARS-CoV-2 infection worldwide: Role of population density, age structure, and climate on transmission and case fatality
(2020-05-22)Introduction The disease transmission pattern of COVID19 is highly heterogeneous, which suggests that the pandemic maybe driven by complex factors, which may include habitat suitability, region specific human mobility, and ... -
The potential impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on tuberculosis: a modelling analysis
(2020-05-20)Background Routine services for tuberculosis (TB) are being disrupted by stringent lockdowns against the novel SARS-CoV-2 virus. We sought to estimate the potential long-term epidemiological impact of such disruptions on ... -
The COVID-19 Pandemic Predominantly Hits Poor Neighborhoods, or does it? Evidence from Germany
(2020-05-22)Background Reports from the UK and the USA suggest that COVID-19 predominantly affects poorer individuals and neighbourhoods. This article paints a more complex picture by distinguishing between a first and second phase ... -
Quantitative Method for Comparative Assessment of Particle Filtration Efficiency of Fabric Masks as Alternatives to Standard Surgical Masks for PPE
(2020-05-18)In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, cloth masks are being used to control the spread of virus, but the efficacy of these loose-fitting masks is not well known. Here, tools and methods typically used to assess tight-fitting ... -
Multiple drivers of the COVID-19 spread: role of climate, international mobility, and region-specific conditions
(2020-04-24)The novel Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) has spread quickly across the globe. Here, we evaluated the role of climate (temperature and precipitation), region-specific susceptibility (BCG vaccination, malaria infection, ... -
What can trends in hospital deaths from COVID-19 tell us about the progress and peak of the pandemic? An analysis of death counts from England announced up to 25 April 2020
(2020-04-28)Background. Reporting of daily hospital COVID-19 deaths in the UK are promoted by the government and scientific advisers alike as a key metric for assessing the progress in the control of the epidemic. These data, however, ... -
Collateral damage: the impact on cancer outcomes of the COVID-19 pandemic
(2020-04-29)Background: Cancer diagnostics and surgery have been disrupted by the response of healthcare services to the COVID-19 pandemic. Progression of cancers during delay will impact on patient long-term survival. Methods: We ... -
Excess deaths during the Covid-19 pandemic: An international comparison
(2020-05-13)Background: With the global pandemic of coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) there has been disruption to normal clinical activity in response to the increased demand on health services. There are reports of a reduction in ... -
How many are at increased risk of severe COVID-19 disease? Rapid global, regional and national estimates for 202
(2020-04-22)Background The risk of severe COVID-19 disease is known to be higher in older individuals and those with underlying health conditions. Understanding the number of individuals at increased risk of severe COVID-19 illness, ...