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SARS-CoV-2 RNA contamination of inanimate surfaces and virus viability in a health care emergency unit
January 2021 ∘ The Lede

With debate about SARS-CoV-2 transmission, Italian researchers studied whether the virus’ RNA was on surfaces where COVID-19 patients were receiving care. Two of 26 samples tested positive, suggesting “real life” surface contamination is a lower risk factor than previously reported.
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Aerosol and Surface Stability of SARS-CoV-2 as Compared with SARS-CoV-1
January 2021 ∘ The Lede

Under controlled lab conditions, NIH and CDC researchers found two SARS viruses survived in the air, and on plastic, stainless steel, copper, and cardboard up to several days. Precautions against infections originating in hospitals and super-spreader events are needed.