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How long does an std/sti survive outside of the body? also, could you get it from surfaces? for example, grocery stores, gym, etc.?
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Those bacteria last less than one hour and you will not contract the disease by casual contacts during regular activities.
Answered 8/26/2021
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STD?STI means and implies sexual contact so you can't get those from surfaces. Most organisms causing them do not survive on them
Answered 8/27/2021
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