Covid-19: Watch out for these everyday objects that could harbour the virus


The virus responsible for covid-19 can survive up to 28 days on smartphone screens, a new study has found. — AFP Relaxnews

From door handles and handrails on public transportation to disposable tissues and enclosed spaces with inadequate ventilation, public health messaging encourages us to be wary of things that present genuine risks of catching the novel coronavirus.

But certain other day-to-day objects – things that you touch or share instinctively – could also be potential sources of contamination, contributing to the spread of covid-19. Here are some things that you should handle with particular care.

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