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COVID-19 and the use of angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors and receptor blockers

Article

08 May 2020

Concerns exists that angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACE inhibitors) and angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) increase susceptibility to coronavirus SARS CoV-2 (the viral agent that causes the disease COVID-19) and the likelihood of severe COVID-19 illness.&nbsp;These concerns are based on considerations of biological plausibility,&nbsp;and the observation that there is an overrepresenta...

ArticleCardiovascular DiseaseCommunicable diseases

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Policy Brief: A Disability-Inclusive Response to COVID-19

Briefs & Fact Sheets

06 May 2020

The global crisis of COVID-19 is deepening pre-existing inequalities, exposing the extent of exclusion and highlighting that work on disability inclusion is imperative. People with disabilities—one billion people— are one of the most excluded groups in our society and are among the hardest hit in this crisis in terms of fatalities. &nbsp;

Briefs & Fact SheetsCommunicable diseasesDisability and rehabilitationGender, equity and human rightsSocial determinants of health

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World Health Organization

Frequently Asked Questions: Breastfeeding and COVID-19- For health care workers

Guide

04 May 2020

The interim guidance and FAQ reflect: i. the available evidence regarding transmission risks of COVID-19 through breastmilk; ii. the protective effects of breastfeeding and skin-to-skin contact, and, iii. the harmful effects of inappropriate use of infant formula milk. The FAQ also draws on other WHO recommendations on Infant and Young Child Feeding and the Interagency Working Group Operational Gu...

GuideCommunicable diseasesMaternal, newborn, child and adolescent health

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New FAQs address healthcare workers questions on breastfeeding and COVID-19

Article

04 May 2020

Mothers and healthcare workers who support them have many questions and concerns about whether it is safe for mothers with confirmed or suspected COVID-19 to be close to and breastfeed their babies during the pandemic. To address their questions, WHO has released a list of Frequently asked questions: Breastfeeding and COVID-19.

ArticleCommunicable diseasesMaternal, newborn, child and adolescent health

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World Health Organization

Q&A on COVID-19 and breastfeeding

Fact sheet

04 May 2020

A Q&amp;A page on COVID-19 and breastfeeding. &nbsp; &nbsp;

Fact sheetCommunicable diseasesMaternal, newborn, child and adolescent health

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The use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in patients with COVID-19

01 May 2020

Concerns have been raised that NSAIDs may be associated with an increased risk of adverse effects when used in patients with acute viral respiratory infections, including COVID-19.1,2 This review aimed to assess the effects of prior and current use of NSAIDs in patients with acute viral respiratory infections on acute severe adverse events (including mortality, the acute respiratory distress syndr...

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Addressing noncommunicable diseases in the COVID-19 response

Guide

22 Apr 2020

People with underlying noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) such as hypertension, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, chronic respiratory disease and cancer have a high risk for developing severe and even fatal COVID-19. It is important for them to strictly follow basic protective measures and make sure their chronic diseases are well managed. However, pandemics cripple health systems and compromise prov...

GuideCommunicable diseasesHealth system strengthening, including governance and financingPrimary health care

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World Health Organization

Alcohol and COVID-19: what you need to know

Fact sheet

22 Apr 2020

Facing the COVID-19 (new coronavirus disease) pandemic, the countries of the world must take decisive action to stop the spread of the virus. In these critical circumstances, it is essential that everyone is informed about other health risks and hazards so that they can stay safe and healthy.

Fact sheetCommunicable diseasesHarmful use of alcohol

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World Health Organization

Strategic preparedness and response plan for the new coronavirus

Strategy document

16 Apr 2020

This strategic preparedness and response plan outlines the public health measures that the international community stands ready to provide to support all countries to prepare for and respond to COVID-19.

Strategy documentCommunicable diseasesEmergency preparedness, prevention and response

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Food and nutrition tips during self-quarantine

Guide

27 Mar 2020

Note: This guidance is aimed at individuals and families in contexts where self-quarantine and isolation have been recommended or required. As countries are taking stronger measures to contain the spread of COVID-19, self-quarantine and the temporary closing of businesses may affect normal food-related practices. Healthy individuals, as well as those showing acute respiratory disease symptoms,...

GuideCommunicable diseasesNutrition and food safetyUnhealthy diets

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World Health Organization

Country & Technical Guidance - Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)

Database

24 Mar 2020

A central database of&nbsp;Country &amp; Technical Guidance on&nbsp;Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) from the World Health Organization. Please note that this database will be continually updated as new information and guidance is made available.&nbsp;

DatabaseCommunicable diseasesHealth system strengthening, including governance and financingPrimary health care

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World Health Organization

Information Note on COVID-19 and NCDs

Fact sheet

23 Mar 2020

WHO Information Note on COVID-19 and NCDs.&nbsp;The note will be updated periodically as more data becomes available.

Fact sheetCancerCardiovascular DiseaseChronic Respiratory DiseasesMental Health and Neurological Conditions+6
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