In a new study published in Applied and Environmental MicrobiologyResearchers found that viruses that attach themselves to meat products can survive for more than 30 days, even when the meat is refrigerated, and can eventually cause COVID-19.
Researchers found that COVID outbreaks across Southeast Asia are linked to packaged meat products that already carry the SARS-CoV-2 virus. He says the animals need to be slaughtered and the meat should be kept on a clean and clean surface to avoid contamination.
“Continuous efforts are needed to prevent contamination of food items and food processing surfaces, workers’ hands and food processing utensils such as knives,” investigators said in a statement. “…the shortage or inadequate disinfection of these foods needs to be addressed prior to packaging.”
For the study, the researchers used three different surrogates instead of COVID-19. The study showed that these viruses thrive in both refrigerators and freezers but are more resistant to cold.
Last week, Pakistani health officials announced that social distancing and preventive measures to control infections on Eid ul Adha would effectively stop the spread of the virus. He issued guidelines on how to slaughter meat to avoid pollution.
Currently, Pakistan currently has over 10,000 active COVID cases. But after Eid celebrations and meat sacrifices on Sunday, Pakistani health officials are expecting the numbers to rise.