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Diagnostic tests for COVID-19 We have three different tests for the diagnosis of COVID-19 , those that detect coronavirus RNA, those that detect a specific protein (antigen) of COVID-19 and those that detect the body's response to the virus, that is Antibodies. In COVID-19, the test we use to detect RNA is the Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR by its initials in English).  Without getting lost in details, the PCR detects RNA sequences unique to SAR-Cov-2.  It is used to identify people who are infected by the virus (have many or few symptoms) and has been the key to the beginning of the pandemic.  Until now, it has been the only test available to confirm cases of COVID-19 in Spain and other countries.  It is the most reliable (fewer false positives and false negatives) and is recommended by health authorities such as the WHO.  The sampling is very simple, a simple swab and make a nasal and / or pharyngeal smear. Logically, it has its drawbacks.  The main one ...

Covid-19 puts the home office model to the test Currently, we have the technological and digital tools that allow us to carry out most of our professional activities remotely, that is, through the home office. However, there are organizations that have not yet made the leap towards this work model.  And, precisely, the situation in the face of Covid-19 has exerted "pressure" for this to happen.  And it is certainly the only way to keep moving forward, without stopping the day-to-day operation of a business. What to do to implement an effective and productive home office strategy? 1.-Breaking paradigms.  First of all, we must break with some paradigms, such as: "The employees of an organization require continuous supervision so that the activities are executed." It is an outdated paradigm;  However, if it is true, we are talking about a very basic level of collaborators.  It depends on their maturity but, at the same time, on the leader, feeling that they have r...

How to get tested for COVID-19? There are many places in Fairfax County that offer free or low-cost health care that includes testing for  COVID-19  .  This is what to do:   If you have a doctor, call him or her. Your doctor will assess your health and determine if you need the test.  Call before you go. 2.  Choose a provider from the list of places that offer health care for the uninsured. There are several places where patients with or without insurance are accepted, and where variable rates are offered if patients are low-income and uninsured.  Priority is given to patients with symptoms associated with COVID-19.  Visit our website to learn more about these test sites, including HealthWorks, Neighborhood Health, ADAMS Compassionate Healthcare Network, Culmore Clinic, and others. 3.  Find your own doctor Although your immediate concern might be to have access to a test for COVID-19, we recommend that you use this opportunity to find a docto...

Testing delay increases COVID-19 cases in Honduras, according to microbiologists The spokeswoman for the Honduran College of Microbiologists and Clinical Chemists, Miriam Aguilera, warned this day about the massive spread of COVID-19 by those asymptomatic patients who have been in contact with those who are awaiting the result of their test. "Only the Central District could be pulsing with more than 30 thousand positive cases and around 50 thousand cases nationwide, most of them asymptomatic that are infecting other people," he said.  Unofficial figures indicate that there are about seven thousand tests that are pending processing at the National Virology Laboratory, with an average delay of 10 days, of which the percentage of positivity would be higher than 71 percent. “We have a very high number of pending samples;  of these, we calculate approximately 5,000 positives, and if we count that three to five people are infected for each one, we could then speak of a very high nu...

What is the Coronavirus? Due to the expansion of the  Coronavirus or COVID-19  in more than 150 countries, the   World Health Organization (WHO)  officially declared it a pandemic last March.  While many experts search for a cure or vaccine for this disease, current efforts have focused on declaring mandatory social isolation, putting the world economy on hold. In addition, the early detection of positive cases is sought, in order to isolate them and initiate appropriate treatment, seeking to save the greatest number of lives. Today, there are two methods that allow us to confirm if a person is infected with  COVID-19  ,  rapid  and molecular  tests  , each with its own characteristics and advantages. What is the Coronavirus or COVID-19? COVID-19  stands for  new coronavirus of 2019  , and it is a respiratory infection caused by the new coronavirus SARS-CoV-2.  The term "new coronavirus" simply means that it is a...

How does social distancing help prevent Coronavirus? In many places, people are resuming their daily activities, which were paused by the onset of the  COVID-19 pandemic  .  And with the virus still spreading, it is important to continue taking preventive measures to avoid further infections. One of the easiest to implement in our daily routine is  social distancing  .  If you still don't know what it is or you don't fully understand it, don't worry.  What is social distancing? Social distancing means keeping your distance from ots her people to help prevent the spread of disease.  In order to help slow the spread and  reduce the risk of COVID-19  , it is recommended to stay at least 2 meters away from others.  It is important to keep your physical distance, even if you are not sick. · Stay home as much as possible. · Avoid public places such as stores, gyms and restaurants. · Avoid meeting large groups in any of the places you visi...

Coronavirus and your event: Tips and resources Surely, the  new coronavirus  (COVID-19) is on your mind when organizing your next events.  We are here to accompany you and help you, and make sure that both you and the attendees have the necessary preparation and security when meeting at an event. We are closely following official recommendations from health authorities, local governments and the  World Health Organization  to ensure the health and well-being of our global community. Although dealing with this situation can be difficult, we are here to support you and offer you  some recommendations on how to move forward with your event and communicate effectively with the participants. Tips for staying  on top of the situation It is crucial that you stay up to date on the effect that the coronavirus is causing in different parts of the world, for your own safety, that of your team and your assistants. In addition to paying attention to announcements f...