Publications by authors named "Ana Paula Gomes Alcantara Villa Nova"

The first confirmed case of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Brasil was reported on February 25th, 2020, and by April 3rd, 8076 were confirmed in the country. As COVID-19 disease incidence escalates in Brasil, management of cancer patients requires immediate action and oncology clinics are urged to establish a contingency plan. We have installed a COVID-19 Management Committee to elaborate and implement best practices to assist cancer outpatients as well as to provide a safe environment for clinical staff and other employees at the outpatient clinics.

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Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Ana Paula Gomes Alcantara Villa Nova"

  • Ana Paula Gomes Alcantara Villa Nova's research focuses on the intersection of oncology and public health, particularly in response to crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic.! -
  • In her 2020 article, she emphasizes the urgent need for oncology clinics to create contingency plans to safely manage cancer patients during the rapid escalation of COVID-19 cases in Brazil.! -
  • Her work advocates for the establishment of dedicated management committees to implement best practices, ensuring both patient care and the safety of healthcare staff in outpatient settings.!