Occupational exposure to severe acute respiratory coronavirus virus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) and risk of infection among healthcare personnel.

Vishal Paresh ShahLaura E BreeherJulie M AllecksonDavid G RiversZhen WangEmily R StrattonWigdan FarahCaitlin M HainyMelanie D Swift

Published in: Infection control and hospital epidemiology (2022)

The risk of acquiring coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) following a significant occupational exposure has remained relatively low, even in the prevaccination era. Exposure to an infectious coworker carries a higher risk than exposure to a patient. Continued vigilance and precautions remain necessary in healthcare settings.

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