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A current novel perspective approach for coronavirus disease-2019 pandemic outbreak

Md Faruque Ahmad1, M Ali2, Abdul Rahman A Alsayegh1

  • 1Department of Clinical Nutrition, College of Applied Medical Sciences, Jazan University, Abha, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Journal of Advanced Pharmaceutical Technology & Research
|November 25, 2021
PubMed

Insights

Coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) caused millions of deaths globally. While drug development remains challenging, successful vaccine development offers a promising strategy to combat the pandemic and its associated mental health impacts.

Area of Science:

  • Global Health
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) emerged as a significant global health crisis.
  • The pandemic resulted in over 142 million infections and 3 million deaths worldwide.
  • Widespread anxiety and mental stress affected the public and healthcare professionals.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current development of countermeasures against COVID-19.
  • To highlight the challenges faced in combating the pandemic.
  • To discuss the impact of COVID-19 on global health and mental well-being.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of recent studies on COVID-19.
  • Analysis of epidemiological data on infection and mortality rates.
  • Examination of challenges in drug development and vaccine research.

Main Results:

  • The development of three vaccines provides a viable roadmap for disease control.
  • Significant challenges persist in establishing approved drug regimens.
  • The pandemic has had profound psychological effects on a global scale.

Conclusions:

  • Vaccine development represents a critical advancement in managing the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Continued research and development are essential to overcome therapeutic challenges.
  • Addressing the mental health consequences of the pandemic is crucial for public well-being.

Keywords:
Corona vaccinecoronaviruscoronavirus disease-2019epidemiologypathogenesisvirology

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