Spread of a Variant SARS-CoV-2 in Long-Term Care Facilities in England

Review of 143,994 samples found the SARS-CoV-2 B.1.1.7 (UK) variant is now prevalent in all regions of England, and it spread rapidly from the community into long-term care facilities (LTCFs). Authors note enforcement of disease-control measures is needed, particularly in LTCFs.

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New England Journal of Medicine