A CLOSER LOOK AT COVID: How long does coronavirus live on surfaces? Short answer: research on the virus' surface viability is brand new. Survival of #COVID19 on surfaces appears to behave like other coronaviruses.

Initial studies suggest it can survive on surfaces for at least a few hours, and may survive on plastic, glass and metal for several days. Although the survival length varies under different conditions (temperature, humidity and surface type)...

it is a good reminder to all Missourians to regularly clean and disinfect high-touch areas like doorknobs, handles and countertops.

To learn more about Missouri’s COVID-19 response efforts, visit http://Health.Mo.Gov/coronavirus .

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