Risk for Fomite-Mediated Transmission of SARS-CoV-2 in Child Daycares, Schools, Nursing Homes, and Offices.
Kraay, Alicia NM;
Hayashi, Michael AL;
Berendes, David M;
Sobolik, Julia S;
Leon, Juan S;
Lopman, Benjamin A;
(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: https://doi.org/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.