The Dhaka Times Desk Research on the deadly corona virus is progressing around the world. A lot of research is being done on how the virus behaves. Can the corona virus survive in the hair? They said that too.
We know little about how it is transmitted and its early symptoms. There are still vexing questions about how long it can last on different surfaces. Even if we follow the best hygiene, some things can also make us infected.
According to a study published in The Lancet, the virus can live on cloth and stainless steel for one day and on plastic for four days. It also increases the risk of exposure to the virus when going out only when necessary. We are all doing our best to contain the virus. But what if it's in your hair? How long can it stay in our hair? What can we do to reduce the risk of this infection?
How long the corona virus can remain on the hair has not yet been researched. So, it is not yet clear how long the virus can stay or survive in your hair or beard. But there is also a possibility that it may last for a few days or at least a few hours. This does not mean that you need to wash your hair every time you return from a trip outside. Doing so will be unwise and may even harm the health of your hair.
According to experts, there is no need to worry about your hair if you can maintain proper social distancing. Even if someone sneezes behind your hair, there is very little chance of getting infected. The reason is that we don't touch our hair unnecessarily. So the chances of exposure to the virus are also less.
But certain actions can increase your risk of infection - you might go out and touch public surfaces, think you have to wash your hands and face when you get home. But if you repeatedly touch your hair with unclean hands beforehand, your risk may increase.
Try not to touch your hair after going out. Even if it is out of place, don't leave it and fix it. By repeatedly stroking your hair with your hands, all the viruses you have on your hands can also get stuck in your hair.
Your hair is generally protected and does not cause infection. But for that you must follow social distancing rules and never touch hair with unclean hands. If someone sneezes on the back of your head, it is best to take a shower and clean your hair properly.
Things to do to prevent Corona virus
# stay at home all the time.
# Follow the rules and use mask when going out for emergency.
# three-layer surgical mask can be washed if desired.
# wash clothes after coming home from outside. Or hang it without shaking for at least four hours.
# Wash hands thoroughly (for at least 20 seconds) with soap or liquid before coming outside.
# plastic PPE or eyes, face, head must be washed thoroughly with detergent and dried after one use.
# Wear PPE made of cloth or clean as described.
# Use a head cap that completely covers the hair.
# Those who have sneeze cough should follow all the rules promulgated by the government. Also, wash hands as directed before and after handling food items, keys, switches, mice, remote controls, mobiles, watches, computer desks, TVs, etc. and after using the bathroom. Those who have dry hands use Moisture after washing their hands. Soap or hand liquid can be used. Why can this virus remain in the crackle (cracked part) of dry hands? Avoid using highly alkaline soaps or detergents.
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