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A member asked:
Rubbing 70% ethanol over my smartphone with a cotton, is sufficient to disinfect from adenovirus and other pink eye causes?
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Yes: But make sure to let the alcohol dry up since it is the dehydration which kills the bacteria and viruses. However it may not keep you from getting Pink eyes.
Answered 3/15/2020
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Maybe: Viruses can leave on surfaces, but alcohol may be helpful in reducing viral viability.
Answered 8/9/2019
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