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Are you worried about the coronavirus? Covid-19 is spreading rapidly outside of Asia. In Spain, more than 1,600 are already infected by this outbreak, which is causing the closure of schools and the introduction of teleworking in some companies. The contagion is done through physical contact or a short distance. That is why experts recommend washing your hands and using sanitizer gel quite often. But… what about your mobile screen? Can coronavirus be transmitted if I don't wash the device well? We answer your questions.
The coronavirus, like many other bacteria, is spread through human contact. However, it can remain for a time on objects, such as on our mobile. This means that we can become infected through an infection route, according to the Metro period in the United Kingdom. For example, when we touch the mobile with our hand and later we touch our face, mouth or eyes.
The screen of our mobile phone is a surface where this type of virus can last up to 96 hours, according to a WHO study carried out in 2003. Another study, published in the National Center for Biotechnological Information, reveals that our smartphone can accumulate 10 times more bacteria than the toilet bowl. Something understandable considering that it is one of the few objects that we always have on hand. We use the mobile constantly, even in the bathroom. Therefore, to avoid contagion, we must clean the mobile and accessories.
How to clean your mobile to avoid contracting the coronavirus
First of all, it is important to maintain good hand hygiene through sanitizing gel or washing them with hand soap. To clean the device, you can use a clean chamois cloth and wipe it over the surface of the mobile. If your mobile is resistant, you can use special towels for screens. They can be found on Amazon. Or, baby wipes. You can also make your own solution by mixing rubbing alcohol and water. Then lightly wet the tip of the cloth and wipe it over your mobile. Lastly, pat it dry with a dry cloth or chamois.
In no case use household cleaners. Also, avoid cleaning your mobile with your clothes, pants or even with a wet towel after getting out of the shower.
