This work describes possible control measures and actions to control and prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus.
A novel virus broke out in a city in southern China last year and developed to a major public health threat within a few months. The pandemic began with an outbreak of pneumonia with unknown origin because of an infection of the lower respiratory tract. Soon, the novel pathogen was identified as a novel coronavirus, described as novel coronavirus pneumonia (NCP) by the Chinese government.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Part A Case Study
- Introduction
- Analysis of contributing factors
- Conclusion
- Part B - Governance Report
- The Problem and its Impact
- Management of the Issues
- Hygiene concepts
- Staff education
- Future Prevention Strategies
- Expected Outcomes
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This case study analyzes the spread of the novel coronavirus (nSARS-CoV-2) within the community of Townsville, Australia, in 2020. It examines the contributing factors that led to the outbreak and explores infection prevention and control measures for laboratory and research environments.
- The emergence and spread of the novel coronavirus (nSARS-CoV-2)
- The role of animal markets and wildlife trade in the transmission of zoonotic diseases
- The importance of infection prevention and control measures in laboratories and research institutions
- The challenges of managing a pandemic in a globalized world
- The impact of social media and misinformation on public health responses
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Part A Case Study: Introduction This section provides an overview of the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic, tracing the spread of the novel coronavirus from its initial outbreak in China to its global impact. The text explores the nature of coronaviruses, their transmission routes, and the significance of identifying potential animal reservoirs and intermediate hosts.
- Part A Case Study: Analysis of contributing factors This section examines the factors contributing to the spread of the virus, including the high level of infectivity, the quick development of the outbreak into a pandemic, and the challenges posed by international travel and global interconnectedness. The text also discusses the role of social media in spreading awareness and misinformation related to the pandemic.
- Part B - Governance Report: The Problem and its Impact This section outlines the broader implications of the pandemic, highlighting the need for effective infection prevention and control strategies to mitigate the spread of the virus. The section discusses the challenges and opportunities presented by the pandemic, underscoring the importance of collaboration and proactive measures to address the health crisis.
- Part B - Governance Report: Management of the Issues This section delves into specific measures implemented to address the pandemic, focusing on hygiene concepts, staff education, future prevention strategies, and expected outcomes. The text emphasizes the importance of maintaining a robust infection control framework to protect individuals and communities.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The case study focuses on key topics such as novel coronavirus (nSARS-CoV-2), COVID-19 pandemic, infection prevention and control, laboratory safety, animal reservoirs, zoonotic diseases, social media, misinformation, and public health response. It explores the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health within the One Health framework.
- Quote paper
- John Die (Author), 2020, The Coronavirus. An infection prevention and control case study, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/992782
