Studying the prevention of SARS-CoV-2 transmission from dead, infected hamsters through angel care and embalming treatments. (IMAGE)

The Institute of Medical Science, The University of Tokyo

Studying the prevention of SARS-CoV-2 transmission from dead, infected hamsters through angel care and embalming treatments.

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SARS-CoV-2-infected dead hamsters had high virus titers. Angel care or embalming could prevent transmission from infected hamsters' dead bodies. Proper treatment of SARS-CoV-2-infected corpses is critical to prevent the spread of COVID-19 infection.

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Yoshihiro Kawaoka from University of Tokyo, Japan.

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