Coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, has already infected over 490,000 people around the world since it began in Wuhan, China.
The virus spreads much in the same way colds and the flu does – from droplets whenever someone coughs or sneezes. This is why it's important to constantly wash our hands and to avoid touching our face when we've touched surfaces.
Now according to an Australian nurse, the deadly virus could also spread from our nails. A woman posted on Facebook revealing she was given the warning by the medic while many people have been prioritising washing their hands well.
She said: “Among all the hand-washing instructions and the fun 20-second song suggestions, I haven't seen anyone note that it is impossible to wash your hands