When to Clean, When to Disinfect, and What Science Says about SARS-CoV-2 on Surfaces

Dr. Cynthia Ogden will share updates on CDC’s COVID-19 response, including the latest scientific information and what everyone should know about protecting themselves and others. Dr. Vincent Hill will discuss how SARS-CoV-2 impacts cleaning.Resource Document: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/videos/partner-calls/when-to-clean/2021.04.19-ResourceLinks.docxAudio Transcript: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/videos/partner-calls/when-to-clean/when-to-clean-transcript.docx

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