1.Possibility of Novel Influenza Pandemic and Preparedness Plan.
Journal of the Korean Medical Association 2005;48(9):904-913
No abstract available.
Influenza, Human*
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Pandemics*
2.Pandemic of novel influenza A (H1N1): Perspective and countermeasure.
Korean Journal of Medicine 2009;77(2):139-142
No abstract available.
Influenza, Human
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Pandemics
3.Treatment of Severe Pandemic Influenza A/H1N1 Infection.
Infection and Chemotherapy 2009;41(5):265-271
No abstract available.
Influenza, Human
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Pandemics
4.Treatment of Severe Pandemic Influenza A/H1N1 Infection.
Infection and Chemotherapy 2009;41(5):265-271
No abstract available.
Influenza, Human
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Pandemics
5.Pandemic Influenza (H1N1 2009): Experience and Lessons.
Infection and Chemotherapy 2010;42(2):61-63
No abstract available.
Influenza, Human
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Pandemics
6.Development of ethical and operational guidelines for the delivery of surgical care in a COVID-19 referral hospital
Alvin B. Caballes ; Marie Carmela M. Lapitan ; Claudine B. Lukban ; Samantha G. Siahetong ; Maureen P. Villanueva, Brent G. Viray
Acta Medica Philippina 2021;55(2):237-241
Introduction. The COVID-19 pandemic has not only resulted in a public health crisis but has also strained hospital services. The provision of surgical care should therefore also be guided by ethical, and whenever applicable, also legal, principles.
Methods. An integrative approach that covers clinical and ethical dimensions, as well as spans the spectrum of surgical care, is therefore necessary. This action research involved three key steps: 1) identification of ethical dilemmas related to the provision of surgical care during the COVID-19 pandemic; 2) preparation of clinical scenarios that highlight these dilemmas; and 3) determination of the appropriate options for the said scenarios, based on the best available evidence as well as most applicable ethical principles.
Results. Ethical theories included utilitarianism, human rights, and communitarianism. Ethical principles included non-maleficence, justice, autonomy, and beneficence. Values considered were duty, reciprocity, human life, efficiency, fairness, fidelity, ownership, social value, and fair innings. Also incorporated were informed consent, allocation principles, resource allocation, and triage. In terms of operational issues and surgical technical concerns, the following were considered: phased standards of care, categorization of interventions, prioritization, surgical approaches, infection control, diagnostics, patient welfare, staff welfare, operations protocols, surgical training, and communication. Key points derived from the ethical and technical considerations of surgical care delivery during the COVID-19 pandemic are presented.
Conclusion. This action research involving a review of the literature and stakeholder engagement has provided a concise ethical and technical resource for surgical administrators, practitioners, and trainees.
COVID-19
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Pandemics
7.Isolation and Identification of Two Novel Filamentous Bacteriophages in the Pandemic Vibrio parahaemolyticus 03:K6 and 04:K68 Strains.
Bin CHANG ; Hiroshi MIYAMOTO ; Shin Ichi YOSHIDA ; Hatsumi TANIGUCHI
Journal of the Korean Society for Microbiology 2000;35(5):367-367
No Abstract Available.
Inovirus*
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Pandemics*
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Vibrio parahaemolyticus*
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Vibrio*
8.Atopic Sensitization is Associated With Severe Lower Respiratory Illness in Children With Pandemic H1N1 Influenza Viral Infection.
Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Research 2012;4(5):249-250
No abstract available.
Child
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Humans
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Influenza, Human
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Pandemics
9.The development of the Philippine General Hospital as a referral center in the COVID-19 Pandemic: A qualitative study
Jean Anne B. Toral ; Michelle V. Alba ; Zaldy R. Reyes ; Al Joseph R. Molina
Acta Medica Philippina 2021;55(2):137-149
Background. The University of the Philippines-Philippine General Hospital (UP-PGH) was designated as a COVID Referral Center for one cluster in Metro Manila during the pandemic. We reviewed and described how UP-PGH prepared for this endeavor. This can serve as reference for similar events in the future.
Methods. We conducted a qualitative cross-sectional study with 20 key informant interviews and 5 focus group discussions involving 32 hospital front liners. All proceedings were transcribed and analyzed manually following the conceptual framework. Minutes of meetings, memoranda, and other official materials and communications were also reviewed.
Results. The salient points of both internal (operations, structure, staff, supplies, and continuation of regular services) and external aspects (relation with other hospitals, the local government, the national health authority, and the general public) were enumerated and elaborated. Both best practices and areas needing improvement were identified.
Conclusion and Recommendations. The UP-PGH tried its best to prepare and respond to the COVID-19 pandemic by protecting its hospital personnel and delivering evidence-based and quality care to patients. The response was not a perfect one and there were certain aspects for improvement.
Pandemics
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Referral and Consultation
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Qualitative Research
10.Telemedicine services in the University of the Philippines Health Service during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A two-week process documentation and analysis
Geannagail O. Anuran ; Katrina Lenora Villarante ; Marishiel D. Mejia-Samonte ; Theresa A. Villa ; AM. Karoline V. Gabuyo ; Kashmir Mae B. Engada ; Jonathan D. Babsa-ay ; Shiela Marie S. Laviñ ; a
Acta Medica Philippina 2021;55(2):256-263
Background. Telemedicine provides access to health care services during pandemics. It can be utilized to screen asymptomatic persons, follow up close contacts of confirmed cases, monitor individuals with symptoms, conduct specialty consultations, and offer health services to patients during pandemics.
Objective. To describe the telemedicine processes, good practices, and areas for improvement in the University of the Philippines Health Service (UPHS) during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Methods. This was a cross-sectional study to document telemedicine processes in UPHS. All teleconsultations of employees and students of Philippine General Hospital (PGH) and UP Manila (UPM) during the two-week study period in October 2020 were included. Quantitative data was collected from different modes of patient entry into the UPHS telemedicine services: email, Online Consultation Request and Appointment (OCRA) System, and phone hotlines. Qualitative information was gathered as narrative descriptions of observations in the clinic’s service delivery areas. A focus group discussion was also conducted to illustrate the different steps of the pathway used for telemedicine.
Results. The telemedicine services of UPHS consisted of virtual triage, COVID-19/non-COVID-19 consultation, and telemonitoring. The UPHS virtual triage received patient concerns through OCRA or the hotline numbers. On the other hand, the COVID-19 teleconsultation service provided care to employees and students who contacted the clinic regarding symptoms or exposure via email. The non-COVID-19 service had teleconsultation for patients with other medical concerns. Coordination among staff and presence of a consultant were identified as good practices, while the areas for improvement include the lack of written protocols in issuing fit-to-work clearance for difficult cases and the optional use of OCRA for UPHS consult.
Conclusion. Telemedicine services at the UPHS included tele-triaging, teleconsultations, and telemonitoring with use of phone calls, short messaging service (SMS), emails, and OCRA. Timely coordination, on-site duty consultants, and use of technology were identified as good practices. Lack of protocols and inconsistent OCRA use are areas for improvement.
Pandemics
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Telemedicine
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Ambulatory Care Facilities
Result Analysis
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