Q: Can Novel Coronavirus Live on Smartphone Screens? A: Yes, research on similar pathogens show a virus can live up to 96 hours on Smartphone screens. The novel coronavirus that causes Covid-19 is a close relative of SARS and likely, but without certainty, may have a similar lifespan on surfaces. These estimates come from data […]
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Airborne-mediated microbial diseases such as influenza and tuberculosis represent significant public health challenges. A direct approach to prevent airborne transmission is the inactivation of airborne pathogens such as Coronavirus. The airborne antimicrobial potential of UVC ultraviolet light has long been established; however, its widespread use in public settings is limited because conventional UVC light sources […]
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CDC COVID-19 Prevention & Treatment There is currently no vaccine to prevent COVID-19 infection. The best way to prevent infection is to avoid being exposed to this virus. However, as a reminder, CDC always recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory viruses, including: Avoid close contact with people who are sick. […]
