Infectious Disease

The COVID-19 outbreak is causing chaos across the globe. However, a silver lining is swiftly etching itself around a portion of New Zealand’s retail landscape as independent pharmacies enjoy a welcome surge of retail sales
 

New Zealand’s first COVID-19 case diagnosed in hospital by induced sputum sample 

Some pharmacists are worried while others remain relaxed, but one idea they all share is the desire for more pharmacy-specific information about the rapidly developing global epidemic – COVID-19

GP concerns grow over potential effects of a COVID-19 epidemic on them and their patients while they await ministry plans 

Researchers in the United States have unveiled the structure of the “spike protein” of 2019-nCoV – the virus behind the current coronavirus disease outbreak

The coronavirus incident management team looks set to release specific advice to help pharmacists deal with any potential cases of infection

Edward Parker, a research fellow in systems biology at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine explains a mapping tool providing a timeline of the coronavirus

An Auckland Pharmacy owner close to the naval base were evacuees from China are currently being quarantined has seen face masks flying off the shelves. 

Q and A on the coronavirus for pharmacy staff, as the infection spreads worldwide

Mounting fears surrounding the coronavirus outbreak has caused a surge in demand for face masks, with many pharmacies and suppliers running out of stock.