SARS-CoV-2 found in wastewater

Two studies highlight the need to monitor and manage wastewater systems, especially in hospitals
Reuters Health
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SARS-CoV-2 RNA has been identified in wastewater in affected areas, suggesting the potential for transmission via plumbing systems, two groups of researchers report.

The findings have prompted the Dutch researchers to suggest the surveillance in wastewater is needed to supply additional data on COVID-19.