Seroprevalence of SARS-CoV-2 antibodies in broadcast media workers

  1. Paulo Ricardo Martins-Filho
  2. Danilo Nobre da Silva
  3. Danillo Menezes dos Santos
  4. Márcia Santos Rezende
  5. Jessica Paloma Rosa Silva
  6. Josafá Bonifácio da Silva Neto
  7. Dulce Marta Schimieguel
  8. Lucindo José Quintans-Júnior
  9. Jullyana de Souza Siqueira Quintans
  10. Paula Santos Nunes
  11. Adriano Antunes de Sousa Araújo

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Abstract

In this cross-sectional study, we investigated the seroprevalence of SARS-CoV-2 antibodies in workers of radio and television (TV) in Sergipe state, Northeast Brazil. The study was conducted from December 1 to December 20, 2020, considered the beginning of the second wave of COVID-19 in the state. Our findings showed a high seroprevalence of SARS-CoV-2 antibodies in radio and TV workers, especially among those in the production and operation teams. Prevention and control protocols against COVID-19 should be revised and implemented by media companies. Broadcast media workers should be prioritized in COVID-19 vaccine strategies.

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    Blindingnot detected.
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