Banknotes can spread coronavirus, WHO warns

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quoted a WHO spokesman as saying, “To stop the spread of the disease, people should use contactless payments where possible and wash their hands after handling cash.“We would advise people to wash their hands after handling banknotes, and avoid touching their face.

It may be recalled that, in February, Chinese and Korean banks embarked on the disinfection and isolation of used banknotes as part of efforts to stem the spread of the virus. “Like any other surface that large numbers of people come into contact with, notes can carry bacteria or viruses.

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