The study aims to promote understanding of transmission and possible immunity to SARS-CoV-2 in the population of Vaud in order to support public health decisions.
Purpose : To measure the proportion of antibody carriers in people living in conditions that make social distancing difficult, and to understand the factors of transmission and susceptibility to COVID-19.
Participants : The study focused on two asylum seekers' hostels in the Lausanne area of similar size; one with many reported cases of COVID-19 and the other with few cases. A total of 124 people participated in the study.
Process : A blood test and antibody analysis was performed in May 2020. At the same time, participants completed a questionnaire on the possible appearance of coronavirus-related symptoms and the impact of the pandemic on their personal lives.
Study conducted by Unisanté, the University Centre for General Medicine and Public Health of Lausanne - Vaud.
For more information: https://serocovid.unisante.ch/
