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School of Public Health
College of Health Sciences, Makerere University

Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus-2 seroprevalence in South-Central Uganda, during 2019–2021

Abstract

Globally, key subpopulations such as healthcare workers (HCW) may have a higher risk of contracting SARS-CoV-2. In Uganda, limited access to Personal Protective Equipment and lack of clarity on the extent/pattern of community spread may exacerbate this situation. The country established infection prevention/control measures such as lockdowns and proper hand hygiene. However, due to resource limitations and fatigue, compliance is low, posing continued onward transmission risk. This study aimed to describe extent of SARS-CoV-2 seroprevalence in selected populations within the Rakai region of Uganda.

Year of Publication
2022
Volume
22
Issue
1
Number of Pages
174+
Date Published
2022/02/21
ISBN Number
1471-2334
URL
https://doi.org/10.1186/s12879-022-07161-4
DOI
10.1186/s12879-022-07161-4