What is it about?
Our research evaluates the effectiveness of policies aimed at protecting farmworkers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Why is it important?
Oregon was among the first states to implement emergency temporary standards (ETSs) targeting farmworker protections. To evaluate impact, we used an interrupted time series analysis to assess how two ETSs and one executive order influenced COVID- 19 trends among both agricultural workers and the general public. Of the three policies examined, Oregon's all-workplace ETS was associated with declines in COVID -19 cases for both groups. This suggests that comprehensive workplace exposure control strategies were more effective in reducing disease spread. These findings offer critical guidance for policymakers preparing for future infectious disease outbreaks.
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In today’s interconnected world, every policy decision has far reaching effects. Data and policy analysis to support evidence-based approaches are essential.
Devon Payne-Sturges
University of Michigan School of Public Health
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This page is a summary of: Emergency temporary standards and COVID-19 trends among Oregon farmworkers, PLOS One, August 2025, PLOS,
DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0329130.
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