Coronaviruses are a family of viruses that can cause illnesses ranging from the common cold to more serious diseases such as Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) and Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS). The virus that causes COVID-19 is a novel coronavirus that was first identified in Wuhan, China in 2019. The primary way that COVID-19 is spread is through person-to-person contact, usually through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks. There is currently no evidence to suggest that food can be a source of transmission for the virus. It is important to take precautions when preparing and eating food to ensure overall food safety.
Before preparing or eating food, always wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. During the day, wash your hands after blowing your nose, coughing or sneezing, or going to the bathroom. One question that has been raised is whether microwaving food can kill the virus that causes COVID-19. While microwaving food can kill bacteria and other microorganisms, there is no evidence to suggest that it can kill the virus that causes COVID-19. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends using heat to kill bacteria and other microorganisms in food, but not as a way to kill the virus that causes COVID-19. The WHO recommends cooking food thoroughly to ensure it reaches an internal temperature of at least 75°C (167°F). This temperature is high enough to kill most bacteria and other microorganisms, but it is not high enough to kill the virus that causes COVID-19. In conclusion, microwaving food can help to kill bacteria and other microorganisms, but there is no evidence to suggest that it can kill the virus that causes COVID-19. The best way to protect yourself from infection is to practice good hygiene habits such as washing your hands regularly and avoiding close contact with people who are sick.
