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How long can rsv on dry surfaces live?
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Several hours: Rsv can persist on environmental surfaces for several hours and for about an hour on hands.
Answered 2/14/2019
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Several hours: Rsv can survive on hard surfaces for several hours. Wiping hard surfaces with soap and water or disinfectants shortens the survival.
Answered 9/15/2013
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