How is COVID-19 Spread?

How is COVID-19 Spread?

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By Osman Shabir, M.Sc.Reviewed by Emily Henderson, B.Sc.

COVID-19 is an infectious disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. It is primarily spread person to person by small droplets, or by contacting contaminated surfaces. Maintaining social distancing and maximizing personal hygiene levels reduces the risk of transmitting the virus, as well as reducing your risk of getting infected.