Nothing I have read leads me to believe that change in the way it is transmitted is even remotely possible. THAT said, the article is incorrect and confusing. “Direct contact” could be a problematic phrase. When I read the warnings from experts, in my mind I see “indirect contact.” Touching an object a sick person transmitted fluids to seems “indirect,” not “direct.”
The africans think it can travel on money...or letters.
Talked to one at wallfart...she was wearing gloves...she said her family in africa told her to....for handling money.