Risk for Fomite-Mediated Transmission of SARS-CoV-2 in Child Daycares, Schools, Nursing Homes, and Offices.

Alicia NM Kraay ; Michael AL Hayashi ; David M Berendes ; Julia S Sobolik ORCID logo ; Juan S Leon ; Benjamin A Lopman ; (2021) Risk for Fomite-Mediated Transmission of SARS-CoV-2 in Child Daycares, Schools, Nursing Homes, and Offices. Emerging infectious diseases, 27 (4). pp. 1229-1231. ISSN 1080-6040 DOI: 10.3201/eid2704.203631
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Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 can persist on surfaces, suggesting possible surface-mediated transmission of this pathogen. We found that fomites might be a substantial source of transmission risk, particularly in schools and child daycares. Combining surface cleaning and decontamination with mask wearing can help mitigate this risk.
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Elements ID 209831
Official URL http://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2704.203631
Date Deposited 08 Mar 2024 13:25

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