The humidity hypothesis of COVID-19 spread

humidity hypothesis of COVID-19

  • Rajeev Jayadevan Gastroenterologist Sunrise hospital Kakkanad Kerala
  • AV Raveendran

Abstract

COVID-19 pandemic resulted in 57,956,793 cases and 1,378,563 deaths as of 21st November 2020.  Certain parts of the globe are experiencing an acute rise in new cases of COVID-19, whereas it is under control in certain areas. Use of mask, social distancing hand hygiene and other preventive measures played important role in the control of spread of infection. In spite of all the preventive measures, some part of the world is experiencing acute rise in new cases of COVID-19.  In areas with high relative humidity, the aerosol droplet remains in the air for longer time, resulting in increased risk of infection to greater number of people.
Published
2020-11-27
How to Cite
JAYADEVAN, Rajeev; RAVEENDRAN, AV. The humidity hypothesis of COVID-19 spread. BMH Medical Journal - ISSN 2348–392X, [S.l.], v. 8, n. 1, p. 5-7, nov. 2020. ISSN 2348-392X. Available at: <https://www.babymhospital.org/BMH_MJ/index.php/BMHMJ/article/view/292>. Date accessed: 02 may 2024.
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Issue
Vol 8 No 1: January-March 2021
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Special Article