Environmental detection of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) from medical equipment in long-term care facilities undergoing COVID-19 outbreaks
SARS-CoV-2 RNA was detected on medical equipment in long-term care facilities during COVID-19 outbreaks.
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Blood pressure cuffs were frequently contaminated with SARS-CoV-2 viral RNA.
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Enhanced cleaning and disinfection, or single-use disposable medical equipment is recommended in long-term care facilities experiencing a COVID-19 outbreak.
Environmental sampling was conducted at long-term care facilities to determine the extent of surface contamination with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 virus. Medical equipment used throughout the facility was determined to be contaminated.