Insta
Covid-19 Can Spread In Poorly Ventilated And Enclosed Spaces, Says US Centers For Disease Control
IANS
Oct 06, 2020, 12:39 PM | Updated 12:41 PM IST
Save & read from anywhere!
Bookmark stories for easy access on any device or the Swarajya app.
In its latest update, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has said that Covid-19 transmission can occur in poorly ventilated and enclosed spaces.
In a statement released on Monday (5 October), the CDC said: "Today's update acknowledges the existence of some published reports showing limited, uncommon circumstances where people with Covid-19 infected others who were more than 6 feet away or shortly after the positive person left an area.
"In these instances, transmission occurred in poorly ventilated and enclosed spaces that often involved activities that caused heavier breathing, like singing or exercise.
"Such environments and activities may contribute to the build-up of virus-carrying particles."
In the statement, the agency further said that the latest update does not change its recommendations for protest against the virus by wearing masks, staying six feet apart and washing hands.
The overall number of coronavirus cases in the US as of Tuesday (6 October) has increased to 7,455,184, while the death toll stood at 210,155, according to the Johns Hopkins University.
The country is currently the worst-hit in the world with the highest number of infections and fatalities.
(This story has been published from a wire agency feed without modifications to the text. Only the headline has been changed.)
Save & read from anywhere!
Bookmark stories for easy access on any device or the Swarajya app.
Introducing ElectionsHQ + 50 Ground Reports Project
The 2024 elections might seem easy to guess, but there are some important questions that shouldn't be missed.
Do freebies still sway voters? Do people prioritise infrastructure when voting? How will Punjab vote?
The answers to these questions provide great insights into where we, as a country, are headed in the years to come.
Swarajya is starting a project with an aim to do 50 solid ground stories and a smart commentary service on WhatsApp, a one-of-a-kind. We'd love your support during this election season.
Click below to contribute.