Case 21-2020: A 66-Year-Old Homeless Man with Covid-19

A 66-year-old homeless man was evaluated for cough and rhinorrhea during the Covid-19 pandemic. He had tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 through a universal testing program at a homeless shelter, and he was admitted to a medical respite facility. Systemwide management strategies have been implemented.

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Published in:New England Journal of Medicine 2020-07
Main Authors: Gaeta, Jessie M, Denise De Las Nueces, Munson, David G, Barocas, Joshua A, Walsh, Kathleen E
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:A 66-year-old homeless man was evaluated for cough and rhinorrhea during the Covid-19 pandemic. He had tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 through a universal testing program at a homeless shelter, and he was admitted to a medical respite facility. Systemwide management strategies have been implemented.
DOI:10.1056/NEJMcpc2002421