This update will be published daily at 12pm GMT and aims to provide clinicians and the public with an overview of the latest data, guidelines, key publications and policy around COVID-19, with links to essential resources and information.

Pulmonary embolism is a cause of clinical deterioration in COVID-19 viral pneumonia

While essential to protect against aerosol spread of COVID-10, prolonged wearing of PPE is not comfortable and can have a physical impact on staff.

"There is a dramatic increase in the number of vascular events, ischemic strokes, and thrombosis, which is likely due to the virus affecting coagulating mechanisms."

This amazing infographic from Visual Capitalist outlines some of history’s most deadly pandemics, from the Antonine Plague to the current COVID-19 event.

These graphics from Artis Ventures provide an in-depth look at who’s in the innovation race to defeat COVID-19, showing the companies and institutions developing new tests, treatments and vaccines for COVID-19.

This update will be published daily at 12pm GMT and aims to provide clinicians and the public with an overview of the latest data, guidelines, key publications and policy around COVID-19, with links to essential resources and information.

This update will be published daily at 12pm GMT and aims to provide clinicians and the public with an overview of the latest data, guidelines, key publications and policy around COVID-19, with links to essential resources and information.

See how transmission of the virus globally can be mapped using its genome.

Clinical points to consider for surgical tracheostomy and lessons from the SARS outbreak.

A summary of articles outlining how to approach allocating finite resources ethically in this pandemic. *Some readers may find this article distressing*

This update will be published daily at 12pm GMT and aims to provide clinicians and the public with an overview of the latest data, guidelines, key publications and policy around COVID-19, with links to essential resources and information.

COVID-19 survey to gather information urgently needed by health services.

This update will be published daily at 12pm GMT and aims to provide clinicians and the public with an overview of the latest data, guidelines, key publications and policy around COVID-19, with links to essential resources and information.

This article presents and evaluates 4 evidence-based mindfulness apps which may be of use to professionals and the public during this outbreak.

A summary of available data on clinical application of RT-PCR in COVID-19.

Summary and key points from ICNARC report of UK ITU patients.

This update will be published daily at 12pm GMT and aims to provide clinicians and the public with an overview of the latest data, guidelines, key publications and policy around COVID-19, with links to essential resources and information.

Highlights from Red Whale resources, an emotional and psychological survival guide for dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic.

This update will be published daily at 12pm GMT and aims to provide clinicians and the public with an overview of the latest data, guidelines, key publications and policy around COVID-19, with links to essential resources and information.

WHO review the data on droplet and airborne COVID-19 transmission

Germany supports EU neighbours with ITU transfers

This update will be published daily at 12pm GMT and aims to provide clinicians and the public with an overview of the latest data, guidelines, key publications and policy around COVID-19, with links to essential resources and information.

The ExCel London exhibition halls to be converted into a temporary new hospital during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Infographic from the World Health Organization on how to manage stress during this COVID-19 pandemic.

An excellent podcast with Dr Rachel Morrish (from You are not a Frog) and Dr Caroline Walker (from the Joyful Doctor) about managing anxiety and looking after your mental health during this COVID-19 pandemic.

Description of what is known about medical students involvement in the COVID-19 response, from the relevant bodies and students themselves.

This update will be published daily at 12pm GMT and aims to provide clinicians and the public with an overview of the latest data, guidelines, key publications and policy around COVID-19, with links to essential resources and information.

A summary of two key studies informing how we protect ourselves from COVID.

Discussion of a recent paper from JAMA on Italy's case fatality rate.

Guidance from the WHO, CDC and Public Health England on use of PPE in different situations.

Why social distancing cannot be quickly or prematurely relaxed.

This update will be published daily at 12pm GMT and aims to provide clinicians and the public with an overview of the latest data, guidelines, key publications and policy around COVID-19, with links to essential resources and information.

The RCP have released a video Q&A session for physicians discussing COVID-19.

See the latest infographic published in the BMJ

A systematic review of available evidence was released on 18th March.

Read about a recent paper on well-being micro-practices.

How close are we to a cure? Research into a COVID-19 vaccine and antiviral therapy is still underway while the coronavirus spreads to more countries and cities everyday. What is being done in this race for a solution?

Latest update from ENT UK calling for more PPE for healthcare staff. When examining the nasal cavity and throat, whether in hospital or in the community, it it advised to treat all patients as potentially positive for COVID-19.

Differences between the three outbreaks and viruses explained in brief

Chloroquine inactivates COVID-19 in vitro: treat now or trials first?

This update will be published daily at 12pm GMT and aims to provide clinicians and the public with an overview of the latest data, guidelines, key publications and policy around COVID-19, with links to essential resources and information.

There is increasing evidence that healthcare workers have a higher risk and exposure to COVID-19 as part of their key work. In this interview Dr Jason Chen shares his experiences in Hong Kong dealing with COVID-19, with a focus on how this affected otolaryngology practices.

Read about a recent paper linking high viral load to COVID-19 severity.

This update will be published daily at 12pm GMT and aims to provide clinicians and the public with an overview of the latest data, guidelines, key publications and policy around COVID-19, with links to essential resources and information.

Loss of smell can be part of the presentation of COVID-19, senior ENT clinician warns.

Read the evidence so far about re-infection.

Comparison of COVID-19 and SARS surface stability. Viability of viruses were investigated through experimental study of aerosol and surface application to copper, cardboard, stainless steel, and plastic maintained at 21 to 23°C and 40% relative humidity over 7 days.

How can we protect and care for our household amidst the COVID-19 pandemic? Check out the guidance from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on how to ensure your home surfaces are clean.

What are aerosol generating procedures? Healthcare professionals worldwide are concerned about exposure to COVID-19 at work (nosocomial infection). Can we operate safely during this pandemic, to minimise risk to colleagues and patients?

This update will be published daily at 12pm GMT and aims to provide clinicians and the public with an overview of the latest data, guidelines, key publications and policy around COVID-19, with links to essential resources and information.

This update will be published daily at 12pm GMT and aims to provide clinicians and the public with an overview of the latest data, guidelines, key publications and policy around COVID-19, with links to essential resources and information.

With returning to medicine under the spotlight this insightful article from Dr Rachel Rummery, HEE Clinical Lead for Return to Practice

A step by step online guide from Gloucester Hospitals NHS Trust to Respiratory Assessment for COVID-19

Only the paranoid survive! 10 tips on why Taiwan has been successful handling COVID-19

This update will be published daily at 12pm GMT and aims to provide clinicians and the public with an overview of the latest data, guidelines, key publications and policy around COVID-19, with links to essential resources and information.

This study from the Chinese CDC includes over 72,000 COVID-19 cases and provides valuable epidemiological information around case fatality rate in different age groups, co-morbidities and gender. It also shows that case fatality rate among critical cases is almost 50%, and showed that, of the 1,716 COVID-19 cases in health workers, 14.8% were severe or critical.

The purpose of this guideline is to maximise the safety of patients who need critical care during the COVID-19 pandemic, while protecting staff from infection.

COVID-19 Case Fatality Rate by Age The elderly are at a greatly increased risk of mortality, with a case-fatality rate of between 9.3 and 20.2% in those patients with COVID-19 aged over 80, and between 5.3% and 12.5% in those aged 70-79.

The signs and symptoms of a COVID-19 infection can vary widely, from having mild or no symptoms to a severe viral pneumonia causing severe breathing difficulty and respiratory failure. The most common radiological findings are ground glass opacification and patchy consolidation of lung fields.

Comprehensive webinar from the Association of Anaesthetists on management of COVID-19.

This update will be published daily at 12pm GMT and aims to provide clinicians and the public with an overview of the latest data, guidelines, key publications and policy around COVID-19, with links to essential resources and information.

Latest COVID-19 airway management principles from the Royal College of Anaesthetists, The Faculty of Intensive Care Medicine, the Intensive Care Society and the Association of Anaesthetists.

To help you navigate the wide range of digital resources, our MedShr Editorial Team have curated content for dedicated COVID-19 pages to provide regular updates on useful resources and latest developments.

Clinical practitioners on the front lines of China’s fight against COVID-19 have developed a handbook of treatment and care protocols for healthcare providers.

Latest guidance from ENT UK on examinations, procedures and performing tracheostomy. Personal protective equipment guidance for UK healthcare professionals now escalated.

Scientific Pandemic Influenza Group on Modelling suggest the restrictions will have to last much longer.

The ITU and Anaesthetics department at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has produced these guidelines on the management of early ARDS in patients with COVID-19.

An outline of the basics about COVID-19 based on guidance from the NHS as presented by the BBC

Many businesses are supporting NHS staff during the COVID-19 pandemic

This update will be published daily at 12pm GMT and aims to provide clinicians and the public with an overview of the latest data, guidelines, key publications and policy around COVID-19, with links to essential resources and information.

Read about the impact of COVID-19 on children as well as links to recent guidance and papers.

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