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How long do stomach bug germs live on hair and skin?
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Viability of germs: There are different types of germs: viruses, bacteria, protozoa & different germs in each . It is described as viability outside the human body because the body given organisms food for continued growth. Stomach bugs can last hours (salmonella in small amounts) to days (norovirus, H pylori) on surfaces. Sanitizing surfaces with wipes, handwashing and body washing reduces transmission
Answered 2/25/2021
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