Ministry of Health: How long does the coronavirus last on surfaces?

Ministry of Health How long does the surface coronavirus last

Today, the Ministry of Health offers some extremely important explanations for all Romanians regarding the period of time during which the Coronavirus remains active on various surfaces that we come into contact with daily, and it is extremely important to take the information into account.

The Ministry of Health recommends wiping with disinfectant substances the packaged products that are brought into the house, and better said any objects brought into the house from the outside, and storing them in a safe place for a few days, this also applies to clothes.

"These results underline both the importance of frequent hand washing and surface disinfection.

After bringing home products packed in/made of cardboard or plastic, it is important to wash our hands. The products themselves can be wiped down well with common kitchen cleaners or stored in a safe place for 3 days before touching them again.

Unlike other epidemics (such as norovirus or hepatitis A), transmission through food is not suspected in the case of the coronavirus. That is why it is enough to wash fruits and vegetables before eating them fresh.

The information is based on a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine on March 17, 2020."

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Published by Ministry of Health - Romania pe Wednesday, April 1, 2020