Novel Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19): new challenges and new responsibilities in developing countries

Hum Vaccin Immunother. 2020 Oct 2;16(10):2370-2372. doi: 10.1080/21645515.2020.1766939. Epub 2020 Jun 5.

Abstract

Novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which belongs to the genus Coronaviridae with its high mutation rate. From the current perspective, we discuss the current status of COVID-19, new challenges, and potential interventions to control the pandemic in developing counties such as Pakistan.

Keywords: COVID-19; interventions; pandemic; vaccination.

MeSH terms

  • Betacoronavirus / genetics
  • COVID-19
  • Contact Tracing*
  • Coronavirus Infections / prevention & control*
  • Developing Countries
  • Humans
  • Pakistan
  • Pandemics / prevention & control*
  • Pneumonia, Viral / prevention & control*
  • Psychological Distance*
  • SARS-CoV-2
  • Social Isolation*
  • Vaccination
  • Viral Vaccines*

Substances

  • Viral Vaccines