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What is the risk of getting covid 19 if i opened the door to give the gardener something for about 5 seconds . surprisingly he wasnt wearing a mask and didnt have any symptoms.we were 1.5m apart and i washed my hands but wasnt wearing my mask . ?
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COVID 19 risk: If he coughed or sneezed toward you, that increases your risk. Risk is likely low because the interaction was very quick and he was outdoors. In the future, best if you both wear a mask. Some people, simply lie something down on the porch step & the other person picks it up once the door is closed.
Answered 6/27/2020
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