Length of exposure: The key factor in COVID-19 transmission, says contact-tracing study
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A smartphone app used for contact tracing has been found to accurately predict the risk of contracting COVID-19 and subsequently testing positive for the SARS-CoV-2 virus. This study highlights the effectiveness of digital contact tracing as a valuable tool in combating future pandemics, especially in a world where smartphone coverage is widespread.
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