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Abstract

Introduction – The emergence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in December 2019 showed the capability of fast and global spread of the virus. In a short time, a substantial portion of the global population was affected by the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and the rapid severe evolution of the disease showed the urgent demand for change in health management. Objective – To compile the new health management parameters applied to the pandemic. Methodology – A narrative review was carried out, which compiled articles and information obtained in the year 2020 at national and international levels. Results – In general, a political-economic initiative was observed to direct funds to combat and control the virus. In the social sphere, protocols for preventing the spread of the virus were designed to be followed by the entire population. In health institutions, management focused on changing the characteristics of the units and administration: the staff; the workload; displacement flow; the stock and supply of personal protective equipment (PPE) and diagnostic tests; mental health of the team. But despite efforts, there are still deficiencies in the process to be remedied. Conclusion – The urgency of the COVID-19 pandemic makes it clear that despite the rapid adaptation of health management, many limitations of the process existed. Thus, there is a need for a more careful planning, complex and preventive for future calamities.