Telerheumatology in the era of COVID-19 in South Africa

摘要

To the Editor: The COVID-19 pandemic around the world has dictated that strict measures such as social distancing need to be implemented in order to avoid transmission of SARS-CoV-2.[1] The world has been forced to adapt to a new normal, which has greatly impacted on economies, social activities and healthcare systems. The measures of social distancing have presented unprecedented challenges that force people and businesses to create new and innovative ways to continue communication and function. Technology has played a vital role in bridging the barrier to close contact that the pandemic has created.