SARS and occupational risk
Signorini, S.; Vonesch, N.; Di Renzi, S.; Tomao, P.; Pera, A.; Palmi, S.
Giornale Italiano di Medicina del Lavoro Ed Ergonomia 25 Suppl (3): 254-255
2003
ISSN/ISBN: 1592-7830 PMID: 14979174 Document Number: 558785
SARS is an infectious disease caused by a previously unrecognized human coronavirus, called SARS-associated coronavirus (SARS-CoV). Current information indicates that most transmission is via respiratory droplets coming from a person who is symptomatic with SARS ("close contact"). The aim of our study is to evidence the critical role of the family physician, the first health-care worker who cares with suspected/probable SARS patients, underlying the importance of the correct use and management of the personal protective equipment.