A member asked:

Is it ok to have my window or door open during the pandemic? can the virus be blown in from the outside? im afraid to even stand outside and take a deep breath like i used to. can aerosols blow in?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

COVID 19 concerns: Having a window or door open is fine. In fact it may ventilate your home. The “Three C’s” to avoid: Closed spaces with poor ventilation. Crowded places with many people nearby. Close-contact settings, such as close-range conversation.

Answered 12/28/2020

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Fresh air: The Covid-19 virus is much less transmissible in outside air. Covid-19: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html Covid will not be blow in through and open window. Wish you good health!

Answered 12/28/2020

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