Covid-19: Contingency Planning for Allergy and Immunology Clinics

Abstract:

This article, published in The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology: In Practice (2020), brings together a wide host of experts to discuss the impact that a global infectious pandemic could have on the ambulatory allergy services.

The article:

• Examines the biology and clinical presentation of COVID 19, as well as the overlap in symptoms with other more common conditions.
• Explains the preventative control measures that should be taken by healthcare workers.
• Explores the rationing of services and the alternative virtual resources available for diagnosis and care.