latency period and infectious period are two different animals aren’t they? One would probably only be shedding immediately prior to symptoms - the viral load would have to build up. Shedding a few virus here and there isn’t going to infect many people. it’s shedding large loads so people get a large dose. At least I hope so
Could well be, but since you don’t know you are about to be infected you won’t know when that will happen...you would certainly be a menace at some point.
This virus seems to be _really_ good at spreading—that seems to be one of the major features that sets it apart from most viruses. So, it may be able to cause a lot of havoc in a short period of time.
two-fer because I was busy yesterday:
MedCram Lecture
Dr. Roger Seheult
Coronavirus Epidemic Update 32:
Mar 6
Important Data from South Korea, Can Zinc Help Prevent COVID-19?
South Korea has tested over 140,000 people for COVID-19 and their data may give the best insight into a more accurate fatality rate, and how quickly the new coronavirus can spread. Dr. Seheult illustrates how this coronavirus actually replicates within human cells - which is key to understanding how potential treatments and supplements such as zinc may aid in prevention.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eeh054-Hx1U
Coronavirus Epidemic Update 31:
Mar 5
Mortality Rate, Cleaning Products, A More/Less Severe Virus Strain?
New research from China suggests there may be two distinct strains of SARS-CoV-2 spreading - and one of the strains may be significantly more deadly. The WHO is now estimating that the mortality rate from the coronavirus epidemic is 3.4% - higher than previously thought. The CDC has released an official list of effective cleaning agents for the novel coronavirus.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7YI2tOoVVpk