TRANSMISSION OF COVID-19

The virus that causes COVID-19 is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person, through respiratory droplets. Respiratory droplets are produced when an individual infected with COVID-19 coughs, sneezes or talks. These droplets can land in the mouth or nose of other people who are within close distance of the infected individual and can be inhaled into the lungs. Spread is more likely to occur between people who are in close contact with one another, within approximately six feet from each other. 

The virus that causes COVID-19 spreads very easily and can be sustained between people. Recent studies suggest that COVID-19 may be spread by individuals who are not displaying symptoms. It may also be possible that a person can get COVID-19 by touching a contaminated surface or object and then touching their mouth, nose or possibly eyes. However, this is not thought to be the main way the virus spreads.