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The virus that causes COVID-19 remains for several hours to days on surfaces and in aerosols, a new study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found.
The study suggests that people may acquire the coronavirus through the air and after touching contaminated objects. Scientists discovered the virus is detectable for up to three hours in aerosols, up to four hours on copper, up to 24 hours on cardboard and up to two to three days on plastic and stainless steel.
“This virus is quite transmissible through relatively casual contact, making this pathogen very hard to contain,” said James Lloyd-Smith, a co-author of the study and a UCLA professor of ecology and evolutionary biology. “If you’re touching items that someone else has recently handled, be aware they could be contaminated and wash your hands.”
The study attempted to mimic the virus being deposited onto everyday surfaces in a household or hospital setting by an infected person through coughing or touching objects, for example. The scientists then investigated how long the virus remained infectious on these surfaces.
* This is good advice…
Remember to disinfect everything before you bring it in the house. If possible, leave non perishables outside for 2-3 days before bringing it indoors. https://t.co/L42XcsWQyd
— tammyduckworth (@tammyduckworth) March 23, 2020
A friend of mine sprays all packages, etc. with bleach. Or, have packages delivered to your garage. If you don’t have a garage, have them placed in your car trunk and leave them there a while.
* Dr. Todd Nega, an infectious disease physician with NorthShore University HealthSystem…
The viability of the virus on clothing depends on the type of fabric. For example, germs are easier to wipe clean off leather or vinyl because they aren’t as porous as fabric. Practice routine washing of your clothes on the hot water setting because it will help kill the virus. Use the same process for the dryer. If you’ve been in a crowded area like public transit and could not practice social distancing, it’s a good idea to wash your clothes when you get home or at least put them in a laundry basket until you can wash them.
posted by Rich Miller
Monday, Mar 23, 20 @ 11:45 am
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The reality is that most of us will get this, one way or another. At some point we will all make a mistake, or someone will cough, sneeze or even breathe around us that is sick that may not even show symptoms.
Comment by No way Monday, Mar 23, 20 @ 12:07 pm
OK, so washing and drying everything on hot will shrink it. staying home and gyms closed will make us all bigger.
I see new clothes in the future.
Comment by frustrated GOP Monday, Mar 23, 20 @ 12:42 pm
From NPR’s Science Friday: 30 minutes in the dryer at 130 degrees F.
https://www.sciencefriday.com/articles/covid-19-questions-answers/
Comment by Pot calling kettle Monday, Mar 23, 20 @ 12:43 pm
Can you imagine if we lived in the richest and most advanced country in the world. Imagine if we could actually have quality facemasks to protect us from flying COVID 19. One can dream that someday we will have what we need.
Comment by abby Monday, Mar 23, 20 @ 12:50 pm
If that is true, how is it safe for us to order takeout and delivery food? Can’t leave a pizza box outside or spray it down before you bring it in the house.
Comment by Centennial Monday, Mar 23, 20 @ 1:11 pm
Centennial, everything is risky, we aren’t trying to eliminate it, just reduce it. Wiping down the box and thoroughly washing your hands before touching the food makes it pretty unlikely you’re going to get something. You’re almost certainly at more risk for going to the grocery store.
Comment by Perrid Monday, Mar 23, 20 @ 1:32 pm
Perrid - That makes does make sense. Thank you.
Comment by Centennial Monday, Mar 23, 20 @ 2:30 pm