Response to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 Pandemic Among People Experiencing Homelessness in Congregant Living Settings in San Diego, California

Clin Infect Dis. 2021 Aug 2;73(3):e805-e807. doi: 10.1093/cid/ciaa1668.

Abstract

During April 2020-August 2020, a preemptive testing strategy combined with accessible isolation and symptom screening among people experiencing homelessness in congregant living settings in San Diego, California, contributed to a low incidence proportion of coronavirus disease 2019 (0.9%). Proactively addressing challenges specific to a vulnerable population may prove impactful.

Keywords: COVID-19; homeless persons; patient isolation.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • COVID-19*
  • Humans
  • Ill-Housed Persons*
  • Pandemics
  • SARS-CoV-2
  • Vulnerable Populations