World Health Organization (WHO)

WHO - Transmission of SARS-CoV-2: implications for infection prevention precautions

Description:

This scientific brief provides an overview of the modes of transmission of SARS-CoV-2, what is known about when infected people transmit the virus, and the implications for infection prevention and control precautions within and outside health facilities. 

Source: World Health Organization (WHO)

Date: 09/11/20

WHO Risk Communication Guidance

Description:

Links to guidance on social stigma and risk communication, mental health considerations, and getting your workplace ready.

Source: World Health Organization (WHO)

Date: 07/13/20

WHO - Mental health and psychosocial considerations during the COVID-19 outbreak

Description:

The messages contained in this document were developed by the WHO Department of Mental Health and Substance Use to address the stress generated by the current health crisis. The messages can be "used in communications to support mental and psychosocial well-being in different target groups during the outbreak."

Source: World Health Organization (WHO)

Date: 09/12/20

WHO - Guidance - How to wear a fabric mask (June 3, 2020)

Description:

A video explaining how cloth face coverings (masks) should be worn to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Source: World Health Organization (WHO)

Date: 08/28/20

WHO Infodemic Management COVID-19 (updated May 20,2020)

Description:

This infographic document provides an overview of what we know about the virus and its progression.

Source: World Health Organization (WHO)

Date: 06/21/20

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic

Description:

WHO's main COVID-19 page with rolling updates.

Source: World Health Organization (WHO)

Date: 09/11/20

WHO - COVID-19 Pandemic: Research and Development

Description:

This online resource includes the latest global research on coronavirus disease, updates on research activities and internal clinical trials. 

Source: World Health Organization (WHO)

Date: 05/03/20

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