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Estimating the nationwide transmission risk of measles in US schools and impacts of vaccination and supplemental infection control strategies.

Parham AzimiZahra KeshavarzJose Guillermo Cedeno LaurentJoseph G Allen
Published in: BMC infectious diseases (2020)
Our results highlight the primary importance of vaccination for reducing the risk of measles transmission among students. Yet, additional and significant risk reduction can be achieved through compartmentalizing students and enhancing building ventilation and filtration systems.
Keyphrases
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  • mechanical ventilation
  • respiratory failure
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