COVID-19: Of Schrödinger, cats and masks
Abstract
COVID-19 is a disease which is sweeping the globe, often with
devastating consequences. The more we understand, the more it appears
that infection has a very wide clinical spectrum from totally
asymptomatic to life threatening. Without widespread community testing
it is impossible to ascertain true infection rates and develop
strategies which reduce or prevent transmission without the need for
on-going draconian measures such as complete national lockdown. These
measures are mandatory at the time of writing, however widespread
adoption of face masks has been shown to help prevent transmission of
other respiratory pathogens, and also infections acquired by healthcare
staff. Combining mass testing with a combination of social distancing
and face mask use might offer a way forward until a mass COVID-19
vaccination programme can be established.10 Apr 2020Submitted to International Journal of Clinical Practice 14 Apr 2020Submission Checks Completed
14 Apr 2020Assigned to Editor
16 Apr 2020Reviewer(s) Assigned
16 Apr 2020Review(s) Completed, Editorial Evaluation Pending
17 Apr 2020Editorial Decision: Accept