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Can covid transfer from your shoes? should you take your shoes off before entering the house?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Potentially yes: Medical professionals wear personal protective equipment because the COVID 19 virus could contaminate their skin, clothing and footwear. If you have worked in an area where you may become infected - if you don't have disposable booties, than removing your shoes would be prudent.

Answered 5/1/2020

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