Droplets from a cough can travel further than the two metres recommended to avoid catching Covid-19, a study says. Photo: Shutterstock
Coronavirus droplets may travel further than personal distancing guidelines, study finds
- Research conducted before the new virus emerged suggests the two metre rule is no protection against a direct cough
- Separate US study shows droplets carry considerable distance in uncovered speech, making case for face masks
Droplets from a cough can travel further than the two metres recommended to avoid catching Covid-19, a study says. Photo: Shutterstock