Frequency of routine testing for SARS-CoV-2 to reduce transmissionamong workers

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Category Primary study
Pre-printmedRxiv
Year 2020
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Abstract Routine asymptomatic testing strategies for COVID-19 have been proposed to prevent outbreaks in high-risk healthcare environments. We used simulation modeling to evaluate the optimal frequency of viral testing. We found that routine testing substantially reduces risk of outbreaks, but may need to be as frequent as twice weekly.
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First added on: May 06, 2020