Publications by authors named "Carrie J Barbee"
Clin Infect Dis
December 2020
Article Synopsis
- Healthcare workers (HCWs) faced increased risk of COVID-19 infection during the pandemic, with limited data on their infection rates and outcomes in the U.S.
- Two testing centers in Seattle were set up for symptomatic employees, revealing that 5.3% of the 3,477 tested employees were positive for COVID-19, with similar rates for frontline and nonfrontline staff.
- Among those who tested positive, follow-up showed that only 6 required hospitalization, highlighting the importance of quick testing access to ensure employee safety and well-being.
