How did we get here: what are droplets and aerosols and how far do they go? A historical perspective on the transmission of respiratory infectious diseases

Randall, K.; T. Ewing, E.; C. Marr, L.; L. Jimenez, J.; Bourouiba, L.

doi:10.1098/rsfs.2021.0049

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How did we get here: what are droplets and aerosols and how far do they go? A historical perspective on the transmission of respiratory infectious diseases

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Authors:

K. Randall

E. T. Ewing

L. C. Marr

Abstract

Abstract The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed major gaps in our understanding of the transmission of viruses through the air. These gaps slowed recognition of airborne transmission of the disease, contributed to muddled public health policies and impeded clear messaging on how best to slow transmission...

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