Effect of vaccination on SARS-CoV-2 reinfection risk: a case-control study in the Republic of Cyprus.

Objectives: We explored the effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines in preventing reinfection in the Republic of Cyprus.

Study Design: This was a matched case-control study (1:2).

Methods: Cases were adults with a first episode of SARS-CoV-2 infection in 2020 and a second episode (i.

Impact assessment of COVID-19 non-pharmaceutical interventions in long term care facilities in Cyprus: Safety improvement strategy.

The current COVID-19 crisis has changed our everyday lives almost in every aspect. Many people worldwide have died or hospitalised due to the severe impact of COVID-19 on the vulnerable population, and in particular to the elderly residents of long term care facilities (LTCF). The problem is amplified due to the fact that many of those occupants also suffer from comorbidities (e.