COVID-19 outbreak and genomic investigation in an inpatient behavioral health unit.

Estefany R GuzmanAlina G StancoviciLacy M SimonsGrace BarajasKatia GlennRachel T WeberEgon Anderson Ozer Ramon Lorenzo-RedondoJudd F HultquistMaureen K Bolon

Published in: Antimicrobial stewardship & healthcare epidemiology : ASHE (2024)

Distinct transmission clusters are consistent with multiple, independent SARS-CoV-2 introductions with further inpatient transmission occurring in communal settings. The implemented outbreak control plan comprised of enhanced personal protective equipment requirements, limited socialization, and molecular surveillance likely minimized disruptions to patient care as a model for future pandemics.

Keyphrases

sars cov
mental health
public health
palliative care
acute care
healthcare
respiratory syndrome coronavirus
current status
health information
health promotion
single molecule
gene expression
dna methylation
coronavirus disease
risk assessment