ABSTRACT
COVID-19 is the disease caused by SARS-CoV-2, one of a large family of coronaviruses. Severe forms of the disease can lead to respiratory failure with multiple organ failure necessitating rehabilitation in both acute and long-term care. With the increasing prevalence of COVID-19 and rehabilitation needs, the African Rehabilitation Network (AFRENET) produced a guidance document to assist in reducing variation in clinical practice among rehabilitation professionals in the Africa Region. This report outlines the process of the guideline development.
Subject(s)
COVID-19/rehabilitation , Health Personnel/organization & administration , Practice Guidelines as Topic , Africa , HumansABSTRACT
COVID-19 is a new disease of pandemic proportions. Since the announcement of the first confirmed case of COVID-19 in Cameroon early this year, there has been an increasing number of circulating videos and messages from families about the poor management of their loved ones in clinical care settings. This correspondence highlights the challenges posed by COVID-19 and its impact on clinical care of patients in Cameroon.