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A Question About COVID [View all] DemUnleashed Oct 2020 OP
I believe there is not as much concern about surfaces these days. MineralMan Oct 2020 #1
I don't know but I still spray and wipe down everything with peroxide. StarryNite Oct 2020 #2
Just use a paper towel soaked in water and cleaner then wipe them down. KWR65 Oct 2020 #3
I dont take any chances. CentralMass Oct 2020 #4
For surfaces, the biggest concern is with high-touch surfaces like door handles and railings etc. Olafjoy Oct 2020 #5
The latest research suggests that surfaces are not a significant source of infection. The Velveteen Ocelot Oct 2020 #6
Provided standard cleaning procedures and precautions are enforced. LisaL Oct 2020 #8
No, but they are saying that you don't need to go beyond that. The Velveteen Ocelot Oct 2020 #17
The major rout it spreads is through the air. LisaL Oct 2020 #7
Yes StarryNite Oct 2020 #10
It's essentially been disproven. PoindexterOglethorpe Oct 2020 #9
An awful lot of people is getting it right now. LisaL Oct 2020 #12
And they aren't wearing masks and they are crowded together. PoindexterOglethorpe Oct 2020 #20
Contact transmission is unlikely. One case. Masks are very effective going both ways Bernardo de La Paz Oct 2020 #11
One case that is documented doesn't rule out many undocumented cases. LisaL Oct 2020 #14
I didn't say it ruled out. But you need to keep a sense of proportion & follow the science Bernardo de La Paz Oct 2020 #18
Primary means of transmission is via the nasal passages from droplets and aerosolized matter. Ms. Toad Oct 2020 #13
Always wash your hands after touching anything from the outside frazzled Oct 2020 #15
It can't hurt, as long as it's not too much for you. marybourg Oct 2020 #16
Most important thing re surface transmission: Wash Your Hands & Don't Touch Your Face. . . nt Bernardo de La Paz Oct 2020 #19
I've read that wearing glasses is helpful FakeNoose Oct 2020 #21
I wear a face shield and spray/rub all groceries with isopropyl. lagomorph777 Oct 2020 #22
Wow DemUnleashed Oct 2020 #23
Wow DemUnleashed Oct 2020 #24
Yes Meowmee Oct 2020 #25
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