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Hello docs! my grandmother has talked with the courier on the door and was maybe closer than 1 meter to him. is it possible her to catch covid 19 by this way? is it possible to catch it by close talking (but of course not face to face)
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Social distancing: A distance of six feet from each other is recommended to reduce the spread of the virus. Use good handwashing and disinfect surfaces, including phones and computers.
Answered 3/28/2020
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