In the updated guidance published on Monday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said that it was’ possible ‘that someone would become infected with COVID-19 by’ contact with infected surfaces or objects (fomites), but the risk is generally considered low. . “
The most important way people become infected with the virus is exposure to respiratory droplets, the CDC said, and the risk of infection by fomites “is generally less than 1 in 10,000.” As a result, the CDC has said that it is good to regularly use water and soap or detergent to clean surfaces, as there is little scientific support for the use of disinfectants in community settings, inside or outside, to treat SARS-CoV 2 to prevent. transfer of fomites. “
CDC director, dr. Rochelle Walensky, said the risk of surface transfer can also be reduced “by wearing masks consistently and correctly, washing your hands and following CDC … guidance to maintain healthy facilities.”
In homes, shops and other indoor spaces where COVID-19 has been suspected or confirmed in the past 24 hours, people should use disinfectants to clean surfaces, the CDC said.
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