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Topic: Public Health Policy and Practice
June 26, 2020
Evaluation of Ultraviolet-C Light for Rapid Decontamination of Airport Security Bins in the Era of SARS-CoV-2
UV-C light administered at 10-, 20-, or 30-second cycles from one inch above a plastic airport security bin reduced contamination by both methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and multiple viruses used as surrogates for SARS-CoV-2. The 30 second cycle met criteria for decontamination for both organisms. Cadnum et al. (May 22, 2020). Evaluation of Ultraviolet-C Light for Rapid Decontamination of Airport Security Bins in the Era of SARS-CoV-2. Pathogens & Immunity. https://doi.org/10.20411/pai.v5i1.373
Influenza Vaccination and COVID19 Mortality in the USA
[pre-print, not peer-reviewed] A county-level analysis found an inverse association between influenza vaccination rates among people age 65 or older and the COVID-19 mortality rate in the US (β values -3.29 to -5.65 depending on approach to adjustment). This effect persisted after adjustment for potential confounders related to demographic, clinical, and environmental characteristics, and was robust to several sensitivity analyses. Zanettini et al. (June 26, 2020). Influenza Vaccination and COVID19 Mortality in…
June 23, 2020
Establishing Prison-Led Contact Tracing to Prevent Outbreaks of COVID-19 in Prisons in Ireland
The Irish Prison Service National Infection Control Team, in collaboration with other national agencies, have implemented a program to develop and train contact tracing teams in prisons run by prison staff. All prisons in Ireland now have fully–functional contact tracing teams, and each team has responded to at least one case of COVID-19. Clarke et al. (June 2020). Establishing…
Clinical Course of Asymptomatic and Mildly Symptomatic Patients with Coronavirus Disease Admitted to Community Treatment Centers, South Korea
Lee et al. report outcomes among patients with SARS-CoV-2 infection who had mild or no COVID-19 symptoms and were isolated and monitored in community treatment centers in South Korea (n=632). Among this population, 12% had symptoms at admission, 29% were initially asymptomatic but later developed symptoms, and 59% remained asymptomatic. Three percent were transferred to hospitals, and 94% entered virologic remission (after a mean of 20 days) and…
COVID-19 in Jails and Prisons: A Neglected Infection in a Marginalized Population
In this commentary, Franco-Paredes et al. review conditions that promote transmission of COVID-19 in jails and prisons and describe known COVID-19 clusters in this population in several countries. They furthermore compare the results of four initiatives compiling data on COVID-19 cases and deaths among staff and prisoners in correctional institutions in the US. Franco-Paredes et al. (June 2020). COVID-19 in Jails and…
Comparison of COVID-19 Case and Death Counts in the United States Reported by Four Online Trackers January 22-May 31 2020
[pre-print, not peer reviewed] A comparison of four online COVID-19 trackers found the New York Times reported more cases than USAFacts, Johns Hopkins University, and the COVID Tracking Project. The COVID Tracking Project has reported fewer deaths than any of the other three trackers. Smith. (June 22, 2020). Comparison of COVID-19 Case and Death Counts in the United…
June 22, 2020
Western Washington State COVID-19 Experience: Keys to Flattening the Curve and Effective Health System Response
The Western WA COVID-19 Expert Panel seeks to identify factors contributing to the effective health system disaster response in western Washington State. Six key themes were identified: (1) Early communication and coordination among stakeholders; (2) Regional coordination of the healthcare system response; (3) Rapid development and access to viral testing; (4) Proactive management of long-term care & skilled nursing facilities; (5) Proactive management of vulnerable populations; (6) Effective physical distancing in the…
Characteristics Associated With Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrests and Resuscitations During the Novel Coronavirus Disease 2019 Pandemic in New York City
Lai et al. conducted a population-based, cross-sectional study among 5,325 patients who underwent emergency resuscitation by New York City 911 emergency medical responders. They found that out-of-hospital cardiac arrests and deaths during the COVID-19 pandemic (March 1-April 25, 2020) significantly increased compared with the same period in 2019 (4.75/million vs. 1.59/million), and were associated with older age (mean 72 vs. 68 years), nonwhite race/ethnicity (20%…
Nonrelocatable Occupations at Increased Risk During Pandemics: United States, 2018
Baker summarized data from the 2018 US Bureau of Labor Statistics and reported that 75% (108.4 million) of US workers are employed in occupations that are challenging to do from home, including health care, manufacturing, retail, and food services, which also tend to have lower pay. The author concludes that the stress experienced by lower-income groups, coupled with job insecurity, could…
June 19, 2020
SARS-CoV-2 Positivity Rate for Latinos in the Baltimore-Washington, DC Region
Out of 37,727 patients from 5 hospitals who were tested for SARS-CoV-2 in the Baltimore/Washington, D.C. region, 16.3% (95% CI 16.0-16.7%) tested positive. Prevalence was significantly higher for Latino patients (42.6%, 95% CI 41.1-44.1%), black patients (17.6%, 95% CI 16.6-18.3%) and patients of other non-white race/ethnicity (17.2%, 95% CI 16.2-18.3%) compared to white patients (8.8%,…
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