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jamalinik M, haddadi M, abedi A, tajabadi A, ganjloo J, hasheminik M. COVID-19 Pandemic Symptoms, Transmission Methods, Care and Treatment Techniques Based on the Latest Evidence Available - A Narrative Review Study. ioh 2020; 17 (S1) :101-114
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Faculty of Nursing, Islamic Azad University of Sabzevar, Sabzevar, Iran , mortezahasheminik19@gmail.com
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Background and aims: After the Covid-19 pandemic and the great threats it posed to the health of the world, many researchers have studied this field and many finding have been discovered. Extensive research and accurate information are important. In this study, the research team presented the latest findings by reviewing studies and evidence published in databases.
Methods: In this narrative review study, articles published up to December 2020 in the databases including SID, PubMed, Scopus, Web of science, Google scholar, Science direct, Up To Date, as well as WHO and CDC sites were surveyed. 653 articles were found and 63 articles were selected by removing duplicate and irrelevant items and initial evaluation of articles. After reviewing the full text of the articles, 35 articles were finally reviewed.
Results: Covid-19 pandemic has affected many countries in the world, including Iran. According to global statistics, the mortality rate is 3.4% for this disease. Early symptoms of Covid-19 include pneumonia, fever, muscle aches, and fatigue. To date, no successful vaccine or antiviral drug for this disease has been clinically approved and available. Therefore, prevention and control of infection and observance of hygienic principles by the general public is a priority.
Conclusion: Epidemic and new virus control of Corona virus family has become a health crisis in the world, but due to prevention methods and management of effective factors in its transmission, it can be prevented. Given the origin of Covid-19 disease, it seems that the nutritional and health recommendations of Islam, especially halal food and hygiene should be considered more than ever. It is very important not to create stress and anxiety among the people, to advise and educate the people to observe the principles of health and to keep the people calm to deal with this disease. It is hoped that the prevention, control and treatment of Covid-19 disease will be achieved through the production of vaccines and drugs as well as health care measures in the near future.
Methods: In this narrative review study, articles published up to December 2020 in the databases including SID, PubMed, Scopus, Web of science, Google scholar, Science direct, Up To Date, as well as WHO and CDC sites were surveyed. 653 articles were found and 63 articles were selected by removing duplicate and irrelevant items and initial evaluation of articles. After reviewing the full text of the articles, 35 articles were finally reviewed.
Results: Covid-19 pandemic has affected many countries in the world, including Iran. According to global statistics, the mortality rate is 3.4% for this disease. Early symptoms of Covid-19 include pneumonia, fever, muscle aches, and fatigue. To date, no successful vaccine or antiviral drug for this disease has been clinically approved and available. Therefore, prevention and control of infection and observance of hygienic principles by the general public is a priority.
Conclusion: Epidemic and new virus control of Corona virus family has become a health crisis in the world, but due to prevention methods and management of effective factors in its transmission, it can be prevented. Given the origin of Covid-19 disease, it seems that the nutritional and health recommendations of Islam, especially halal food and hygiene should be considered more than ever. It is very important not to create stress and anxiety among the people, to advise and educate the people to observe the principles of health and to keep the people calm to deal with this disease. It is hoped that the prevention, control and treatment of Covid-19 disease will be achieved through the production of vaccines and drugs as well as health care measures in the near future.
Type of Study: Review Article |
Subject:
Respiratory disease
Received: 2020/05/20 | Accepted: 2020/12/11 | Published: 2020/11/30
Received: 2020/05/20 | Accepted: 2020/12/11 | Published: 2020/11/30
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