The recent detection of SARS-CoV-2 RNA in feces has led to speculation that it can be
transmitted via the fecal-oral/ocular route. This review aims to critically evaluate the …

It is generally agreed that striking a balance between resuming economic and social
activities and keeping the effective reproductive number (R0) below 1 using …

We have come a long way since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic—from hoarding toilet
paper and wiping down groceries to sending our children back to school and vaccinating …

Background Understanding severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-
2) infection and transmission in educational settings is crucial for ensuring the safety of staff …

Jails and prisons are exceptionally susceptible to viral outbreaks, such as severe acute
respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2. The USA has extremely high rates of incarceration and …

The novel SARS-CoV-2 is expanding internationally. While the current focus is on limiting its
transmission from direct contact with infected patients and surfaces during the pandemic, the …

Indigenous peoples live in over 90 countries globally and account for some 476 million
individuals or~ 6.2% of the global population. 6 Despite recent efforts to improve the health …

Health risks within prisons are well known and have worsened with the 2019 coronavirus
pandemic (COVID-19), becoming a public health emergency. To date, there are more than …

This review evaluates the state of academic literature on disaster resilience and
sustainability of incarceration infrastructures, focusing on engineering and architecture. The …

Background Correctional settings are hotspots for SARS-CoV-2 transmission. Social and
biological risk factors contribute to higher rates of COVID-19 morbidity and mortality among …