Abstract
Over the past several months, an increasing volume of infor- mation has expanded awareness regarding the transmission of SARS-CoV-2, the novel coronavirus associated with COVID-19. Following the pandemic declaration by the World Health Orga- nization (WHO), global authorities immediately took measures to reduce the transmission and subsequent morbidity associa- ted with this highly contagious disease. However, despite initial success in “flattening the curve” of viral transmission, many areas of the world are currently experiencing an increase in com- munity transmission, threatening to replicate the early public health emergencies experienced by Italy (1,2). In addition, the possibility of contact tracing through geosocial applications and public service platforms have been met with variable interest (3). Given current spread and the upcoming influenza season, it is essential that we use our voices as experts in upper airway health and disease to educate and encourage all communities to adopt appropriate protective measures, including the routine use of facemasks.
Highlights
Recent studies have identified the sinonasal epithelium as a clinically important site for SARS-Cov-2 infection
To the Editor, Over the past several months, an increasing volume of information has expanded awareness regarding the transmission of SARS-CoV-2, the novel coronavirus associated with COVID-19
Despite initial success in “flattening the curve” of viral transmission, many areas of the world are currently experiencing an increase in community transmission, threatening to replicate the early public health emergencies experienced by Italy . [1,2] In addition, the possibility of contact tracing through geosocial applications and public service platforms have been met with variable interest [3]
Summary
Recent studies have identified the sinonasal epithelium as a clinically important site for SARS-Cov-2 infection. It is essential to highlight that one of the major guidelines these countries followed to contain the spread of the disease was the mandatory use of protective masks/covers in public. In Beijing, a study of community transmission found that consistent public mask use was associated with a 70% reduction in the risk of spreading SARS [8].
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