Characteristics of COVID-19 in miners and former miners with a history of silicosis

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Analysis reveals 15.7% COVID-19 prevalence among miners with silicosis, suggesting vaccination plays a key role.

COVID-19 prevalence among miners with silicosis was 15.7%, lower than the general population's rates.
Of the vaccinated miners, only 12.5% contracted COVID-19, compared to 66.7% among unvaccinated individuals.
Approximately 67% of participants had at least one comorbidity, indicating a significant health risk factor.
The study highlights the importance of vaccination in reducing transmission and severity of COVID-19 among high-risk groups.

Farmer-Aldunce et al. (2025) studied this question.

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