A new study has found vaccination and prompt lockdown to be the most effective strategies to minimize COVID-19 spread in prisons. However, a combination of other measures is needed to contain the spread of the disease in confined settings. People in prison are highly vulnerable to infectious diseases, with major outbreaks of COVID-19 reported around the world at the height of the pandemic. Inevitable close contacts, a disproportionate burden of co-morbidities, and a high risk of broader community infection through workers and visitors mean these environments must be prioritized in Read More