How Long Does the COVID 19 virus Live on Surfaces?

How Long Does the COVID 19 virus Live on Surfaces?

COVID Update Today by Doctor Mike Hansen (YouTube Video Playlist)
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgqCliyXQhezro4JBt2zJDWo7XdCTn_45

In the study that I mention in this video, they determined that the coronavirus can stay in aerosol (in the air) for up to 3 hours. Coronavirus also lives up to 4 hours on copper, up to 24 hours on cardboard, and 2 to 3 days on plastic and stainless steel.

And this is part of the reason why this covid virus is spreading like crazy.

Then you throw in the fact that some infected people don’t have any symptoms at all, or if they do have symptoms, it sometimes takes up to two weeks before they start showing those symptoms. In other words, the incubation period is up to 14 days. On average, though, it's about 5-6 days. But because of this incubation period, that means that the virus silently spreads during this time, which is why it's so hard to slow the spread of the virus.

Also, your body has these things called ACE2 receptors. They are located within the tiny little air sacs (alveoli) within your lungs. The virus has this spike protein, which acts like a key, and the ACE2 receptor is like the lock on the front door of your house. And the virus just walks right in.

So when you combine all these different factors, it makes sense why this covid 19 virus spreads quickly.

And this is why the number of covid positive cases is going to continue to rise. As of right now, there are over 5,000 covid 19 positive cases in the US. But each person can do something about that. It's not just about staying home as much as you can.
It's also about washing your hands diligently and doing it correctly.
Let's be real; most of us don’t wash our hands enough. And most of us don’t wash our hands correctly.
I’ve seen you guys in the men’s bathroom before this outbreak started; after guys using the bathroom, maybe 20% of you wash your hands. Come on now.

Well, at least, since this covid 19 outbreak, that percentage has gone up. But washing your hands often, and doing it the right way, is really important.
And, when it comes to hand sanitizer, think of that as a backup to soap and water. Like when you need to wash your hands but don’t have access to soap and water.

And definitely do not touch your eyes, nose, or mouth unless your hands are clean because that’s how you will bring that virus into your body.

And if you have access to disinfectant wipes, wipe down commonly used areas.

And avoid sick people.
Avoid large crowds.
Skip the handshakes for now.
We understand—no big deal.

Doctor Mike Hansen, MD
Internal Medicine | Pulmonary Disease | Critical Care Medicine
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