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I heard you need to be around an infected person for at least 10 minutes to get sick. is this true?
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No: Even a casual encounter can cause transmission of the coronavirus. A cough or a sneeze especially can project the virus within droplets of nasal mucus or saliva to anyone within a 6-9 ft radius. Wearing masks helps prevent this transmission if both parties are wearing a mask.
Answered 5/17/2020
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Not accurate: Unfortunately, someone could sneeze or cough at you directly and the virus may be transmitted.
Answered 5/17/2020
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