Review of 591 resources, primarily journal articles. Topics include: prevention and education; testing and diagnosis; disease management and clinical care; workforce development; enabling environments; research, evaluation, and surveillance; priority populations; research gaps; as well as a domain summary.
Details five key recommendations in the areas of the right to self-determination, health and mental health workforce, social and cultural determinants of health, digital and telehealth inclusion, and Indigenous data sovereignty.
Looks at previous experiences of contagious disease, impact of social determinants of health, gendered experiences of mental health, effect of physical distancing and quarantine, and existing MHSU (Mental Health and Substance Use Services) and how they might inform COVID-19 health services.
Related material: Executive Lay Summary Report: Knowledge Synthesis: COVID-19 in Mental Health and Substance Use.
Emphasizes the need for a whole health approach which includes screening, contacting patients with positive results, tracing sexual partners, and contacting patients for follow-up.
National Health and Medical Research Council [Australia]
Description
Reports on current testing protocols and strategies for SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19, including who is being tested, what tests are performed and time taken before results are known, and capacity to respond to positive tests and prevent resurgence of the disease. Report in point in time.