Aerosol transmission of SARS-CoV-2 by children and adults during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Peter P MoschovisLael M YonkerJhill ShahDilpreet SinghPhilip DemokritouT Bernard KinanePublished in: Pediatric pulmonology (2021)
Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) can be transmitted via respiratory droplets, aerosols, and to a lesser extent, fomites. Defining the factors driving infectivity and transmission is critical for infection control and containment of this pandemic. We outline the major methods of transmission of SARS-CoV-2, focusing on aerosol transmission. We review principles of aerosol science and discuss their implications for mitigating the spread of SARS-CoV-2 among children and adults.