Mortality and critical care unit admission associated with the SARS-CoV-2 lineage B.1.1.7 in England: an observational cohort study.

Background: A more transmissible variant of SARS-CoV-2, the variant of concern 202012/01 or lineage B.1.1.

Psychological intervention to prevent ICU-related PTSD: who, when and for how long?

Experiencing treatment on a modern intensive care unit (ICU) is a potentially traumatic event. People who experience traumatic events have an increased risk of depression, anxiety disorders and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Extended follow-up has confirmed that many patients suffer physical and psychological consequences of the ICU treatment up to 12 months after hospital discharge.