A study done by researchers at the University of Chicago and Columbia University found a ‘strong relationship’ between the proximity of livestock plants and the number of COVID-19 cases over time.
The study said as of July 21, there have been an estimated 236,000 to 310,000 COVID-19 cases and 4,300 to 5,200 deaths associated with livestock plants.
Researcher Charles Taylor said the study points to the size and working conditions of the plants having a direct impact on the susceptibility of the workers to the virus.
