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Mar 18, 2023 · This page includes advice from WHO on ways to protect yourself and prevent the spread of COVID-19. The downloadable infographics below provide guidance on general and specific topics related to the pandemic. Stay aware of the latest COVID-19 information by regularly checking updates from WHO in addition to national and local public health ...
- Situation Reports
Naming the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and the virus that...
- Travel Advice
Since October 2020, the WHO Guideline Development Group for...
- Mythbusters
The best way to protect yourself against the new coronavirus...
- When and How to Use Masks
Masks should be used as part of a comprehensive strategy of...
- News
Episode #92 - Disability and health inequity; Episode #93 -...
- Coronavirus
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease...
- Technical Guidance
Modes of transmission of virus causing COVID-19:...
- COVID-19 Clinical management
Update 1.4 Clinical Management of COVID-19: Living Guidance...
- Covid-19
Reported COVID-19 cases. World, 28 days to 5 May 2024....
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Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Most people infected with the virus will experience mild to moderate respiratory illness and recover without requiring special treatment. However, some will become seriously ill and require medical attention. Older people and those with underlying medical ...
- Reaching People with The Information
- Preparing For An Outbreak
- Living Through An Outbreak
- Managing and Ending An Outbreak
- Resuming Activities During and After An Outbreak
WHO uses many platforms to reach people with the guidance, beyond publishing it online and sharing it directly through networks. It provides resources and regular updatesfor those working in professional sectors. WHO teams monitor social media and work with technology companies to get ahead of potential waves of misinformation. WHO holds regular vi...
For many years, WHO has been working with countries to prepare for a global pandemic, and has published guidance to help all countries prepare and bracefor future outbreaks. For countries where resources are scarce or where there’s risk of overwhelming a fragile health system, WHO has published guidance on COVID-19 preparedness and response in low ...
WHO has outlined detailed guidance on how to find and test cases during different phases of the pandemic. In addition to case finding, contact tracing is essential in tracking and breaking chains of transmission of COVID-19. WHO provides technical guidance on contact tracing explains what constitutes a contact, how to identify contacts and how best...
As some countries look to ease restrictions, it’s important that they have access to all the information needed to ensure changes to behaviour are safe and managed. WHO has provided guidance on when and how to adjust large scale public health and social measures. WHO has published a list of considerations for decisions about reopening schools. It o...
Restricting large gatherings has helped in limiting the spread of the virus. As some countries begin to allow gatherings again, it has never been more important to remain vigilant. For organizers of mass gatherings, the key planning recommendations from WHO outline the necessary precautions and safety measures when hosting large crowds of people. F...
Modes of transmission of virus causing COVID-19: implications for IPC precaution recommendations. Collection of WHO technical guidance on COVID-19, updated based on new scientific findings as the epidemic evolves.
in the context of coronavirus disease (COVID-19): A living guideline. 7 March 2022. World Health • Organization.
Update 1.4 Clinical Management of COVID-19: Living Guidance This updated version of the Clinical management of COVID-19 guidance includes five new recommendations and a new chapter on care for patients after acute illnes s with COVID-19, adding to the interim guidance published 27 May 2020.
Jul 22, 2023 · Reported COVID-19 cases. World, 28 days to 5 May 2024. Number of COVID-19 cases reported to WHO. World, 28 days to 5 May 2024. Show table. Open full-screen mode. Source: World Health Organization. What is the definition of 'confirmed' and 'reported' in COVID-19 data? Trends in COVID-19 cases, World. Recent COVID-19 cases reported to WHO (weekly)
