In this era of globalization, non-stop movements of humans and goods make no country immune to the potential threat of pandemics. Dissemination of knowledge and know-hows of prevention and control of epidemics is urgent and essential.

The frontline professionals and experts from ground zero decided to share their invaluable experiences and lessons drawn from the COVID-19 outbreak in the form of a handbook. This handbook aims to improve the understanding of the disease among the public as well as people in relevant professions, and to provide guidance on personal preventive measures to reduce transmission risks. It may also serve as an important source of information for the prevention and control of both present and future pandemics.