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Can just hot water kill the covid-19 virus on surfaces? if yes, for how long?

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Dr. Ruth Spector answered

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No.: Hot water cannot kill the COVID-19 virus you would need soap as well and scrub for at least 20 seconds OR You need alcohol based or antibacterial/viral agents

Dr Hickerson agreed

Answered 4/25/2020

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