In scoping the emerging literature on COVID-19 during 2020 and considering its policy relevance, we identified six emerging challenges that highlight the importance of the five principles.

The difference in the quality of care provided in nursing home facilities in Brazil proved to be important for facing the COVID-19 pandemic.

The role of Primary Care Teams in Abu Dhabi has been essential, and they have made a valuable contribution to the population, in managing COVID-19.

As COVID-19 affects healthcare and social care systems around the world, reports of infection among healthcare and social care workers continue to accumulate.

Self-care is essential for primary care professionals who are at risk of COVID-19.