One of the most debated issues we’ve seen lately is whether you should wipe your groceries. The FDA released updated information saying it’s not necessary:
We want to reassure consumers that there is currently no evidence of human or animal food or food packaging being associated with transmission of the coronavirus that causes COVID-19. This particular coronavirus causes respiratory illness and is spread from person-to-person, unlike foodborne gastrointestinal or GI viruses, such as norovirus and hepatitis A that often make people ill through contaminated food.
And the CDC agrees writing, “There is no evidence that food or food packaging has been linked to getting sick from COVID-19.”
Instead, both health organizations stress hand washing. And it’s the same guidelines if you have groceries or take-out dropped off at your home, after bringing the food in wash your hands. And if you are picking up groceries or take-out in person after leaving the store, use hand sanitizer.