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Longer hours of sunlight linked to higher COVID-19 incidence: Study
Updated On: 10 June, 2020 12:00 AM IST | | IANS
While research has shown that pathogens such as influenza and SARS thrive in lower temperatures and humidity, little is known about SARS-CoV2, the agent that causes COVID-19

A man enjoys a morning walk on the Western Express Highway as the state government eases lockdown restrictions. Picture/Satej Shinde
Scientists have found that while greater heat and humidity can slow the spread of Covid-19, longer hours of sunlight is associated with a higher incidence of the disease. The studies, published journal Geographical Analysis, inform the widespread scientific debate over how seasonal changes, specifically warmer weather, might shape the spread of Covid-19.
Scientists have found that while greater heat and humidity can slow the spread of Covid19, longer hours of sunlight is associated with a higher incidence of the disease.coronavirus Covid_19 pic.twitter.com/bI0kf9pqW1
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