Abstract
We read with interest several manuscripts recently published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (IJERPH) on the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. While these articles provide a well-rounded overview on the risk and current status of this virus, we herein add some relevant information on its etiology, prevention and management, especially for resource-limited healthcare systems. The use of protective actions is both complex and expensive. Affordable options are essential to respond to this and future viral outbreaks.
Keywords:
COVID-19; SARS-CoV-2; carnosine.
MeSH terms
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Betacoronavirus / pathogenicity*
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COVID-19
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COVID-19 Testing
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Clinical Laboratory Techniques / economics
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Clinical Laboratory Techniques / methods*
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Coronavirus Infections / diagnosis
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Coronavirus Infections / economics
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Coronavirus Infections / prevention & control*
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Coronavirus Infections / therapy
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Cost-Benefit Analysis
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Delivery of Health Care / economics
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Delivery of Health Care / organization & administration*
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Health Care Rationing
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Humans
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Pandemics / prevention & control*
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Pneumonia, Viral / prevention & control*
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Pneumonia, Viral / therapy
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Public Health Administration
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Quarantine
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SARS-CoV-2
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Time Factors