Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)

COVID-19 is a respiratory illness caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. It first emerged in late 2019 and quickly spread worldwide, resulting in a global pandemic. The virus primarily spreads through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks, and it can also be transmitted by touching contaminated surfaces. COVID-19 can cause a range of symptoms, from mild respiratory issues to severe pneumonia and multi-organ failure, with older adults and those with underlying health conditions being particularly vulnerable.

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PHO Rounds: Laboratory Testing Methods & Applications in Bacterial Enteric Case & Outbreak Investigations

This PHO Rounds will provide an overview of laboratory testing methodologies for bacterial enteric pathogens: culture independent diagnostic test (CIDT) and whole genome sequencing (WGS).

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Updated 14 March 2024