Here is how long the influenza virus has lived on different surfaces
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A report by him, on how long the seasonal influenza virus lives on various surfaces, indicating that it spreads easily through touch.
The report added that the virus lives longer on hard surfaces, according to Dr. Kelly Reynolds, a microbiologist at the Zuckerman School of Public Health at the University of Arizona.
the influenza virus lives for 24 to 48 hours on stainless steel and plastic
He also indicated that the influenza virus lives for 24 to 48 hours on stainless steel and plastic, ”affirming that it lives for a shorter period on cloth, noting that the period ranges in this case between 8 and 12 hours.
The report mentioned the results of a study conducted in 2008 that found that the influenza virus can only live about 5 minutes on the skin, because the skin produces antimicrobial materials that help kill germs and protect against infection.
The report stressed that the best way to get rid of germs is to wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
