How does the covid 19 virus spread in Dekalb Illinois

How does the virus spread?

According to the CDC, the virus spreads mainly from person-to-person:

• When somebody who is infected coughs or sneezes, the virus can be spread in respiratory droplets.
• These droplets might reach the mouths or noses of people who are in close contact (within about 6 feet), which could lead to an infection.

The droplets can also land on surfaces, which people might then touch. This could potentially lead to an infection if a person then touches their eyes, mouth or nose. However, this is not thought to be the main way the virus spreads, according to the CDC.

Some people who do not have symptoms (that is, who are asymptomatic) may still be able to spread the virus. Because of this, it’s important that everyone follow the CDC’s and other health departments’ recommendations on how to protect yourself and others.

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