Geographic disparities and temporal changes of COVID-19 incidence risks in North Dakota, United States.

ABSTRACT: COVID-19 is an important public health concern due to its high morbidity, mortality and socioeconomic impact. Its burden varies by geographic location affecting some communities more than others. Identifying these disparities is important for guiding health planning and service provision. Therefore, this study investigated geographical disparities and temporal changes of the percentage of positive COVID-19 tests and COVID-19 incidence risk in North Dakota. COVID-19 retrospective data on total number of tests and confirmed cases reported in North Dakota from March 2020 to September 2021 were obtained from the North Dakota COVID-19 Dashboard and Department of Health, respectively. Monthly incidence risks of the disease were calculated and reported as number of cases per 100,000 persons. To a

SUBMITTER: Deb Nath N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10116449 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature