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As states begin to reopen, there is a lot of concern about thedangerous places where you risk contracting coronavirus. But while you are worried when you get out of the door, a recent study reveals that you should also be very careful at your home. In fact, the research revealed that80% of COVID-19 epidemics arehappens at home.

The April study, which has not yet been examined by peers, examined 318 epidemics in which three cases have been reported, which equates to 1,245 cases confirmed in 120 cities in China. These epidemics occurred in households, transit systems, restoration areas, entertainment complexes andshopping centers. However, an increase of 254 epidemics - or about 80% come from homes. And most of the epidemics caused by households resulted in three to five cases each.

Meanwhile, a single epidemic (involving only two cases) took place outside. "All the identified epidemics of three or more cases have taken place in an inner environment, which confirms that interior space sharing is a major [Covid-19] infection risk," says researchers.

A separate study, published inBMJ GLOBAL HEALTH In June, echoed this statement. He examined 460 people from 126 families in Beijing and discovered that families who have "Near daily frequent contact With the primary case "-BY do things like eating meals or watching television together - are18 times more likely to catch coronavirus. The researchers concluded that "the transmission of households is an important engine of epidemic growth".

So what can you do to stop the propagation of COVID-19? Make sure of the social distance of at least six feet and wear a mask inside and outside the house. The same study published inBMJ GLOBAL HEALTH foundcarry a mask at home 79% was effective in reducing coronavirus transmission from family members - as long as everyone in the householdwears a mask Before the symptoms appear in an infected person. And for more ways to stay safe, checkMEANS N ° 1 reduce your risk of coronavirus inside.