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COVID-19 Scientific and Public Health Policy Update – 03 November 2020

COVID-19 Scientific and Public Health Policy Update – 03 November 2020

2020-11-03

In addition to our Weekly Outbreak Brief on the spread of COVID-19 and the actions that Africa CDC is taking to help African Union Member States, Africa CDC shares a weekly brief detailing the latest developments in scientific knowledge and public health policy from around the world, as well as updates to the latest guidance from WHO and other public health agencies.

Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #41

Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #41

2020-10-28

Outbreak Update: Since the last brief (20 October 2020), 3,025,116 new confirmed coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases and 40,780 new deaths have been reported globally. To date, a total of 42,977,875 COVID-19 cases and 1,152,8883 related deaths (case fatality rate (CFR): 2.7%) have been reported from 219 countries and territories. This week, no new country or territory reported its first case.

Utiliser Les Données Pour Trouver Un Équilibre (Deuxième Partie)

Utiliser Les Données Pour Trouver Un Équilibre (Deuxième Partie)

2020-10-20

Alors que la pandémie de COVID-19 fait rage depuis six mois, les gouvernements ont dû prendre des décisions difficiles, en cherchant tout d’abord à protéger la santé de leurs populations tout en préservant leurs conditions de vie et en réduisant le fardeau social engendré par l’arrêt presque

Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #39

Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #39

2020-10-13

Outbreak Update: Since the last brief (6 October 2020), 2,315,658 new confirmed coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases and 39,532 new deaths have been reported globally. To date, a total of 37,428,586 COVID-19 cases and 1,075,298 related deaths (case fatality rate (CFR): 2.9%) have been reported from 217 countries and territories.

Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #38

Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #38

2020-10-07

Outbreak Update: Since the last brief (29 September 2020), 2,073,499 new confirmed coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases and 38,834 new deaths have been reported globally. To date, a total of 35,112,928 COVID-19 cases and 1,035,766 related deaths (case fatality rate (CFR): 2.9%) have been reported from 217 countries and territories.

COVID-19 Scientific and Public Health Policy Update – 06 October 2020

COVID-19 Scientific and Public Health Policy Update – 06 October 2020

2020-10-07

In addition to our Weekly Outbreak Brief on the spread of COVID-19 and the actions that Africa CDC is taking to help African Union Member States. Africa CDC shares a weekly brief detailing the latest developments in scientific knowledge and public health policy from around the world, as well as updates to the latest guidance from WHO and other public health agencies.

Community Use of Face Masks

Community Use of Face Masks

2020-10-05

This document provides guidance to Member States on the effective use of face masks/ coverings in the community by individuals without COVID-19 symptoms in order to reduce potential transmission of SARS-CoV-2.a It also provides advice on the use of masks during home care for patients with COVID-19.b

Africa CDC Consortium for COVID-19 Vaccine Clinical Trials (CONCVACT)

Africa CDC Consortium for COVID-19 Vaccine Clinical Trials (CONCVACT)

2020-10-05

The Africa Joint Continental Strategy for COVID-19 is underpinned by the need to limit transmission, prevent deaths and reduce associated harms. Participation by African nations in clinical trials is an essential step to ensure that sufficient data is generated on the safety and efficacy of the most promising vaccine candidates among the region’s populations.

Africa Against COVID-19: Saving Lives, Economies and Livelihoods in Africa

Africa Against COVID-19: Saving Lives, Economies and Livelihoods in Africa

2020-10-05

Promoting harmonized, standardized and coordinated entry and exit for travelers in African Union Member States through digital solutions.

Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #37

2020-09-28

Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #36

Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #36

2020-09-22

African Leaders for Nutrition (ALN) Initiative Embedding Nutrition within the Covid-19 Response and Recovery - COVID-19 Position Paper

Initiative des dirigeants africains pour la nutrition (ALN) Intégrer la nutriti

2020-09-09

1. Contexte

African Leaders for Nutrition (ALN) Initiative Embedding Nutrition within the Covid-19 Response and Recovery - COVID-19 Position Paper

ALN Initiative Embedding Nutrition within the Covid-19 Response and Recovery

2020-09-09

1. Background

Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #30

Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #30

2020-08-12

Since the last brief (14 July 2020), 1,577,909 new confirmed coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases and 37,039 new deaths have been reported globally. To date, a total of 14,363,960 COVID-19 cases and 603,943 (CFR: 4.2%) related deaths have been reported from 215

COVID-19 Scientific and Public Health Policy Update – 28 July 2020

COVID-19 Scientific and Public Health Policy Update – 28 July 2020

2020-07-28

In addition to our Weekly Outbreak Brief on the spread of COVID-19 and the actions that Africa CDC is taking to help African Union Member States. Africa CDC shares a weekly brief detailing the latest developments in scientific knowledge and public health policy from around the world, as well as updates to the latest guidance from WHO and other public health agencies.

Strategies for managing acute shortages of personal protective equipment during COVID-19 pandemic

Strategies for managing acute shortages of personal protective equipment

2020-07-28

Recommendations for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) are detailed in the Africa CDC guidance on the use of personal protective equipment for different clinical settings and activities. However, due to disruptions in the global supply chain, some African countries may face the risk of an acute shortage of PPE.

Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #29

Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #29

2020-07-21

Since the last brief (14 July 2020), 1,577,909 new confirmed coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases and 37,039 new deaths have been reported globally. To date, a total of 14,363,960 COVID-19 cases and 603,943 (CFR: 4.2%) related deaths have been reported from 215

Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #26

Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #26

2020-07-14

Declaration: African Union Civil Society Organisations Consultation Meeting on Accelerating Actions Against the Impact of COVID-19 on Gender Equality and Women's Empowerment

AU CSOs: Accelerating Actions Against Impact of COVID-19 on Gender Equality

2020-07-14

We, the participants of the African Union- Civil Society Organisations Consultation convened virtually on 14 July 2020 on Accelerating Actions Aga

Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #23

2020-06-24

Outbreak Update: Since the last brief (16 June 2020), 1,037,856 new confirmed1 coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases and 34,192 new deaths have been reported globally. To date, a total of 8,871,099 COVID-19 cases and 465,987 (CFR: 5.3%) related deaths have been reported from 215 countries and territories. No new country or territory is reporting cases or deaths for the first time this week.

COVID-19 Scientific and Public Health Policy Update – 23 June 2020

COVID-19 Scientific and Public Health Policy Update – 23 June 2020

2020-06-23

In addition to our Weekly Outbreak Brief on the spread of COVID-19 and the actions that Africa CDC is taking to help African Union Member States. Africa CDC shares a weekly brief detailing the latest developments in scientific knowledge and public health policy from around the world, as well as updates to the latest guidance from WHO and other public health agencies.

COVID-19 Scientific and Public Health Policy Update – 16 June 2020

COVID-19 Scientific and Public Health Policy Update – 16 June 2020

2020-06-16

In addition to our Weekly Outbreak Brief on the spread of COVID-19 and the actions that Africa CDC is taking to help African Union Member States. Africa CDC shares a weekly brief detailing the latest developments in scientific knowledge and public health policy from around the world, as well as updates to the latest guidance from WHO and other public health agencies.

Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #22

Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #22

2020-06-16

Outbreak Update: Since the last brief (9 June 2020), 813,112 new confirmed1 coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases and 30,776 new deaths have been reported globally. To date, a total of 7,833,243 COVID-19 cases and 431,795 (CFR: 5.5%) related deaths have been reported from 215 countries and territories. No new country or territory is reporting cases or deaths for the first time this week.

Update on the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Epidemic, Brief #21

2020-06-09