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How long can coronavirus survive on a person's skin, such as after covering a sneeze with their hand?
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Hours: If you sneeze into your hand, wash your hands immediately, and don't touch anything until you do. Better to sneeze into your elbow. Virus can last hours on your skin.
Answered 4/25/2020
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Soft surfaces: Don't know the exact length - it is estimated to be hours up possibly a day. This virus does not stick well to porous surfaces. REF: https://www.kcbd.com/2020/03/27/dr-michelle-tarbox-life-virus/
Answered 5/28/2020
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