2019 novel coronavirus disease epidemic: skin protection for healthcare workers must not be ignored

Zhang, Bin; Zhai, Ruijie; Ma, Lin

doi:10.1111/jdv.16573

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“…On the other hand, an alternative to disinfection is the use of ultraviolet light, the use of which, however, is limited due to its high cost. 9,15,[30][31][32] Surfaces and objects used after care must be constantly disinfected to reduce the risk of cross-contamination. A large number of studies have shown that sodium hypochlorite at 0.1%-0.5%, 62-71% ethanol, and 2% glutaraldehyde are able to disinfect surfaces by decreasing virus load.…”

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Biosafety Measures at the Dental Office After the Appearance of COVID-19: A Systematic Review

Cabrera-Tasayco

Rivera-Carhuavilca

Atoche-Socola

et al. 2020

Disaster med. public health prep.

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The purpose of this research was to determine biosecurity measures at the dental office after the appearance of COVID-19. A search was conducted in the main databases of the scientific literature using the words “COVID-19, coronavirus, SARS-Cov2, biosecurity, disinfection and dentistry”. We analyzed biosecurity and disinfection standards at the dental office and dental health personnel to date, and their adaptation to the needs and way of working of each. As a result, according to the information collected the following procedure was identified: a telephone appointment must be made and a questionnaire should be given before dental care; at arrival to the appointment, the temperature of the patient should be taken and proper cleaning and disinfection of the waiting room should be maintained. Panoramic radiography and CBCT are the auxiliary methods of choice. Absolute isolation and atraumatic restorative therapy techniques are a good alternative to decrease fluid exposure. The removal of protective clothing and accessories must follow a specific order and washing hands before and after is essential. In conclusions the efficient biosecurity for dentists and patients in all dental care processes before, during and immediately after the appointment reduces the risk of COVID-19 infection and allows healthy dental care environments.

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Biosafety Measures at the Dental Office After the Appearance of COVID-19: A Systematic Review

Cabrera-Tasayco

Rivera-Carhuavilca

Atoche-Socola

et al. 2020

Disaster med. public health prep.

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“…The alcohol-based hand sanitizer is not only associated with some health issues, but it may also result in adverse impacts on the environment [ 122 , 123 ]. A recent study highlighted that the extensive use of disinfectants poses a significant threat to urban wildlife [ 124 ].…”

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Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in water environments: Current status, challenges and research opportunities

Ihsanullah

Bilal

Naushad

2021

Journal of Water Process Engineering

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“…15 Staff being mandated to observe rigorous hand hygiene. 16 Staff maintaining social distancing, including all clinical meetings, and cleaning of all laptops and keyboards. 14 Non-clinical staff, such as porters and cleaners, being provided with appropriate personal protection support.…”

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Occupational risk prevention, education and support in black, Asian and ethnic minority health worker in the COVID-19 pandemic

Morris

Elneil

Morris

et al. 2020

Journal of Patient Safety and Risk Management

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The onset of the COVID-19 in the UK has resulted in an inordinate amount of deaths affecting Black, Asian and Ethnic Minority (BAME) healthcare workers. The occupational risk to this group is thought to be a contributory factor, but other factors include race, genetics, medical co-morbidities, socio-economic status, and access to personal protection equipment. Why COVID-19 appears to be more deadly in BAME members remains unknown, but the UK government is investigating this now. It does appear that certain factors may worsen the disease process in BAME members, but which ones are pertinent to prevention remain to be determined, until a vaccine is available. Thus, the onus should rest on risk prevention, education, and support for all. Some of the safety strategies that may be instituted to help guide those in the workplace include education, treating potential therapeutic targets and ensuring protection in the working environment. The consideration of a compensation scheme, for families of healthcare workers that have suffered because of COVID-19, would go some way to support the recovery process.

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2019 novel coronavirus disease epidemic: skin protection for healthcare workers must not be ignored

Cited by 41 publications

References 5 publications

Biosafety Measures at the Dental Office After the Appearance of COVID-19: A Systematic Review

Biosafety Measures at the Dental Office After the Appearance of COVID-19: A Systematic Review

Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in water environments: Current status, challenges and research opportunities

Occupational risk prevention, education and support in black, Asian and ethnic minority health worker in the COVID-19 pandemic

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