Community transmission of SARS-CoV-2 during the Delta wave in New York City

Publication Details

Authors: K Dai, S Foerster, NM Vora, K Blaney, C Keeley, JK Varma, et al.

Year: 2023

Source: BMC Infectious Diseases

Publisher: Springer

Citations: 4

Citations per Year: 2.0

DOI: 10.1186/s12879-023-08735-6

Google Scholar Rank: 77

Author Count: 6

Abstract

Background: Understanding community transmission of SARS-CoV-2 variants of concern (VOCs) is critical for disease control in the post pandemic era. The Delta variant (B.1.617.2) emerged as a dominant strain globally. This comprehensive analysis examines community transmission patterns of SARS-CoV-2 during the Delta wave in New York City, providing critical insights into variant-specific transmission dynamics, community spread patterns, and public health implications for managing evolving viral variants in dense urban populations during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Key Findings

• Comprehensive analysis of Delta variant transmission patterns in urban setting
• Community-level transmission dynamics and spread characteristics
• Variant-specific epidemiological patterns and risk factor assessment
• Public health implications for managing emerging viral variants
• Evidence for variant-tailored public health intervention strategies

Research Impact

This recent study (4 citations) provided important insights into Delta variant transmission patterns in New York City, contributing to understanding of variant-specific epidemiology and informing public health strategies for managing evolving SARS-CoV-2 variants in urban settings.

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