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pdf 10 May 2013: Human infection caused by novel coronavirus – recommendations  Published Popular

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Epidemiological AlertsThe Pan American Health Organization / World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) recommends that Member States strengthen surveillance activities to detect any unusual health event, including those that might be associated with novel coronavirus.

Member States are also urged to implement and follow infection control procedures to reduce or minimize the occurrence of infections in health care settings including those associated with novel coronavirus. Clinicians should be alert of the possibility of occurrence of novel coronavirus infection; for this reason information on clinical management should be accessible to them. The

PAHO/WHO does not advise health screening at points of entry in relation to this event, nor that any travel or trade restrictions be applied.

pdf 17 May 2013: Middle East repiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV) – Update  Published Popular

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Epidemiological Alerts The Pan American Health Organization / World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) recommends that Member States strengthen surveillance activities to detect any unusual health event, including those that might be associated with Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV). Member States are reminded of the importance of strict compliance with infection control procedures to minimize the occurrence of infections in health care settings, including those related to MERS-CoV.

Clinicians should also be on alert for the possible occurrence of infections caused by MERS-CoV, and be aware of the guidelines to investigate and manage suspected cases. In particular, clinical staff should have access to up to date information on the procedures for clinical management of cases with infections caused by MERS-CoV.

PAHO/WHO does not advise health screening at points of entry in relation to this event, nor that any international travel or trade restrictions be applied.

pdf 5 June 2015: Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV)  Published Popular

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5 June 2015: Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV)

The Pan American Health Organization / World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) recommends that Member States, in light of the possible occurrence of events related to the Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV), ensure that health care workers have access to up to date information on the illness, be familiar with the principles and procedures for handling MERS-CoV infections, and be trained to inquire about a patient's travel history in order to connect this information with clinical data. 
PAHO/WHO does not recommend any particular type of screening at entry points regarding this event, nor any restrictions on travel or trade.