Saniswiss promotes protection against viruses

2019-nCoV is an enveloped virus that belongs to the Coronaviruses group. Coronaviruses can cause respiratory infections in mammals and birds, ranging from common colds to pneumonia and bronchitis. Coronaviruses have the ability to cause both upper (nasal cavity, pharynx, larynx) and lower (lungs) respiratory tract infections. They can be transmitted from human to human when there is close contact via droplets when sneezing and coughing. Those droplets can reach the nasal cavity or the mouth at a distance of 1.8m.

Infected people can be contagious during the viral incubation period, even if they are asymptomatic, and they become more contagious when symptoms start to appear. Transmission through inanimate objects has not yet been proven but may be possible; it is recommended to wash and disinfect frequently touched objects regularly.

The main recommendation from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the World Health Organization is to use an alcohol-based hand-rub or hand-wash for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom, before eating and before touching your face.