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Hospital Air Samples Test Positive For COVID-19

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Hospital Air Samples Test Positive For COVID-19

Hospital Air Samples Test Positive For COVID-19

One in four air samples collected from hospital intensive care units tested positive for COVID-19.

The virus particles linger after they treat infected patients, says UPI.

450 air samples were obtained "from close patient environments" and were evaluated.

Just over 17% tested for virus contamination came back positive, the data showed.

The highest virus concentrations were found in toilets and bathrooms at 25%.

Staff areas and public hallways were also high and should be "carefully considered" for stronger cleaning.


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