Factually stated. Enough experience has been obtained at the country of origin. Containment is an important measure; a fully fledged health DMP (Disaster Management Plan) is called for in countries where new coronavirus entry / positive tests have been detected. The virulence of mutations is less known; persons above 60 with underlying cardiac conditions are considered most vulnerable. Countries with developed health services but planned preparedness will certainly do better in combating the coronavirus threat both real and looming after the transcontinental spread
Dr Murar E Yeolekar, Mumbai
Competing interests:
No competing interests
06 March 2020
Murar E Yeolekar
Professor & Head, Dept of Internal Medicine
K J Somaiya Medical College and Hospital, Sion Mumbai
Rapid Response:
Re: Prepare for a pandemic
Dear Editor,
Factually stated. Enough experience has been obtained at the country of origin. Containment is an important measure; a fully fledged health DMP (Disaster Management Plan) is called for in countries where new coronavirus entry / positive tests have been detected. The virulence of mutations is less known; persons above 60 with underlying cardiac conditions are considered most vulnerable. Countries with developed health services but planned preparedness will certainly do better in combating the coronavirus threat both real and looming after the transcontinental spread
Dr Murar E Yeolekar, Mumbai
Competing interests: No competing interests