The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a strongly-worded risk on the airborne transmission risk of Covid-19.
More, they also warn that the virus can potentially linger in the air for hours. And thus, it is possible to get infected even without direct contat with someone sick with the virus.
Specifically, the advisory warns, “There have been reported outbreaks of COVID-19 in some closed settings, such as restaurants, nightclubs, places of worship or places of work where people may be shouting, talking, or singing”.
It also underscores the need for more research.
More, there are several key steps to take to reduce the spread of the virus. Namely, they include practicing social distancing, wearing a mask, hand washing and to avoid touching of the face.
Additionally, the advisory underscores our key health messages on face masks, that include:
Masks Telegraph a Key Health Message
A mask is a health message. Wearing one telegraphs an important health message.
A mask reminds the person wearing it that the virus is serious. It also reminds others of the same message, too. Please set a positive example for others. Wear a mask.
Masks Protect the Person Wearing the Mask
Masks help protect us from the virus. This is key.
Masks Protect Others, too
Masks also protect others if we have the virus. It can be days before symptoms appear. Yet, you could still spread it. Also, some people carry the virus but never experience symptoms themselves.
Please wear a mask. And encourage others, too.