Assessing alternatives to HEPA air purification requirements to reduce viral pathogen transmission in healthcare HVAC systems

Background: High-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters are currently recommended when using recirculated air to eliminate the risk of pathogen transmission such as SARS-CoV-2 from one patient care area to the next. We tested the efficacy of lower-grade air filters in eliminating airborne virus t...

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Main Authors: Werner Bischoff, David Ornelles, Lauren Ivey, Bill Payne
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Cambridge University Press 2022-07-01
Series:Antimicrobial Stewardship & Healthcare Epidemiology
Online Access:https://www.cambridge.org/core/product/identifier/S2732494X22002170/type/journal_article