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How long can the novel coronavirus survive (remain a human threat) without being transmitted to people?
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Depends: There are reports of extended (days) survival on stainless steel but only hours on cardboard. Airborne droplets likely survive for up to 3 hours. Antiseptic wipes or lotions kill it immediately. Simple hand washing with soap or exposure to hydrogen peroxide also kills it. You main area of risk is touching a surface with an active virus & then touching your face/mouth/eyes. Masks remind you not to.
Answered 4/8/2020
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