FAQs about COVID-19 posed by patients with heart disease

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The discovery of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19 has many people rushing to disinfect their homes and offices.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends disinfecting frequently touched objects and surfaces as a way to prevent diseases from spreading.
Many of those high-touch items are well known – doorknobs, light switches and cell phones.
However, there are many objects people may not think of. Here is a list of surfaces you may want to add to your cleaning routine or to be sure to wash your hands after touching.
Overall, the CDC recommends the following steps to clean and disinfect hard surfaces:
For soft surfaces such as carpet or rugs, remove visible dirt and spray with a cleaner appropriate for the material.
For clothing, linens, towels, etc., launder according to the instructions on the label in the warmest water setting possible.
For your cell phone, tablet or other high-touch devices, check your manufacturer instructions. In general, many recommend using disinfectant wipes or a microfiber cloth lightly dampened with a solution of diluted alcohol (about 5 ounces water to 3 ounces alcohol). Avoid getting moisture in the openings.
Source: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/home/cleaning-disinfection.html
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