Bartonella Seroreactivity among Persons Experiencing Homelessness During an Outbreak of Bartonella quintana in Denver, Colorado, 2020

During a recent outbreak of Bartonella quintana disease in Denver, 15% of 241 persons experiencing homelessness who presented for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 testing were seroreactive for Bartonella. Improved recognition of B quintana disease and prevention of louse infestation are critical for this vulnerable population.