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COVID-19 gripped the globe with some unnoticed facts and too many questions

Awanish Kumar1

  • 1Department of Biotechnology, National Institute of Technology, GE Road, Raipur, Chhattisgarh 492010 India.

Virusdisease
|July 28, 2021
PubMed

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The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by SARS-CoV-2, highlights the urgent need for effective treatments and vaccines. Understanding unnoticed facts and addressing research gaps are crucial for future pandemic preparedness.

Area of Science:

  • Virology
  • Epidemiology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a global pandemic caused by SARS-CoV-2.
  • The virus has resulted in significant morbidity and mortality worldwide.
  • Current therapeutic options and widespread vaccine availability are limited.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify and discuss hidden or unnoticed facts that emerged during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • To raise significant questions requiring research attention.
  • To provide essential information for effectively combating COVID-19.

Main Methods:

  • Review and analysis of emerging data and observations during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Identification of critical knowledge gaps and research priorities.
  • Synthesis of information pertinent to pandemic response.

Main Results:

  • The pandemic's rapid spread underscores the limitations of current public health interventions.
  • The concept of herd immunity is crucial for controlling viral transmission.
  • The need for robust research into novel treatments and vaccines is evident.

Conclusions:

  • Effective control of COVID-19 requires a multi-faceted approach including isolation, social distancing, and advanced care.
  • Future pandemic preparedness necessitates a deeper understanding of viral behavior and societal impact.
  • Addressing fundamental research questions is essential for global health security.

Keywords:
COVID-19PandemicSARS-CoV-2/nCOVUnanswered questionsUnnoticed facts

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