In the study that I mention in this video, they determined that the virus (SARS-CoV-2) can stay in aerosol (in the air) for up to 3 hours. It also lives up to 4 hours on copper, up to 24 hours on cardboard, and 2 to 3 days on plastic and stainless steel.
And this is part of the reason why this virus is spreading like crazy.
Then you throw in the fact that some people who are infected don’t have any symptoms at all, or if they do have symptoms, it sometimes takes up to two weeks before they start showing those symptoms. In other words, the incubation period is up to 14 days. On average though, it’s about 5-6 days. But because of this incubation period, that means that the virus silently spreads during this time, and that is another reason is why it’s so hard to slow the spread of the virus.
Also, your body has these things called ACE2 receptors. They are located within the tiny little air sacs (alveoli) within your lungs. The virus has this spike protein, which acts like a key, and the ACE2 receptor is like the lock on the front door of your house. And the virus just walks right in.
So when you combine all these different factors, it makes sense why this virus spreads so quickly.
And this is why the number of cases is going to continue to rise. As of right now, there are over 5,000 cases in the US. But each person can do something about that. Its not just about staying home as much as you can.
Its also about washing your hands diligently, and doing it correctly.
Let’s be real, most of us don’t wash our hands enough. And most of us don’t wash our hands correctly.
I’ve seen you guys in the men’s bathroom, before this outbreak started, after guys using the bathroom, maybe 20% of you wash your hands. Come on now.
Well at least, since this outbreak, that percentage has gone up. But washing your hands often, and doing it the right way, is really important.
And, when it comes to hand sanitizer, think of that as a back up to soap and water. Like when you need to wash your hands, but don’t have access’s to soap and water.
And definitely do not touch your eyes, nose, or mouth, unless your hands are clean, because that’s how you are going to bring that virus into your body.
And if you have access to disinfectant wipes, wipe down commonly used areas.
And avoid sick people. Avoid large crowds. Skip the handshakes for now. We understand. No big deal.
Doctor Mike Hansen
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