An interim review of the epidemiological characteristics of 2019 novel coronavirus

An interim review of the epidemiological characteristics of 2019 novel coronavirus

Sukhyun Ryu, Byung Chul Chun, Korean Society of Epidemiology 2019-nCoV Task Force Team

OBJECTIVES The 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) from Wuhan, China is currently recognized as a public health emergency of global concern. METHODS We reviewed the currently available literature to provide up-to-date guidance on control measures to be implemented by public health authorities. RESULTS Some of the epidemiological characteristics of 2019-nCoV have been identified. However, there remain considerable uncertainties, which should be considered when providing guidance to public health authorities on control measures. CONCLUSIONS Additional studies incorporating more detailed information from confirmed cases would be valuable.

2020

coronavirus, Epidemiology, characteristics, Public Health

DOI: 10.4178/epih.e2020006

Epidemiology and Health

Korean Society of Epidemiology

Medicine

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