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Can novel coronavirus spread before symptoms start ?
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Unknown: This is one of the most urgent questions researchers currently are trying to answer. We don’t yet know. Stay tuned as more experience is gained.
Answered 2/20/2020
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Yes: Some people spread the virus even though they are not symptomatic.
Answered 5/20/2020
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