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The CDC Urges The Public to Commute Differently During The COVID-19 Pandemic

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Between 2002 and 2009, actor Tony Shalhoub starred in the television series Monk (2002-2009). His memorable character, Adrian Monk, displayed a strong aversion to microbes. Audiences laughed while watching the detective clean his hands with a sanitary wipe after every handshake, and compulsively sanitize door handles and other surfaces touched by other people.

Yet today, as the COVID-19 Pandemic continues to threaten public health around the world, Mr. Monk might become a role model (of sorts) for everyone using mass transit systems. The CDC recently issued comprehensive new guidelines to assist commuters. Currently, most jurisdictions plan to ease stay-at-home restrictions. However, the federal health agency still recommends adhering to social distancing.

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