The Center for Disease Control revised coronavirus guidance to acknowledge that it spreads through airborne transmission.

So what does that mean for us and are any changes recommended?

The CDC is now saying in limited circumstances people infected with  COVID-19 can spread the virus to others more than six feet away, and the virus can linger in the air for minutes to hours.

The agency also believes activities which increased heavy breathing such as exercising and singing contribute to build up of the virus carrying particles.

Chief Clinical Officer Mercy Health Youngstown, Dr. James Kravec said, "The cases happened in doors and under certain conditions.  It's for some patients in very poor ventilation inside. Whenever possible if it means being outside more, eating outside, or having a gathering outside, that's safer than having it inside."

The CDC says more people still become infected with COVID-19 when they are in close contact with the infected person.

Dr. Kravec told WFMJ news, the Mahoning valley is seeing an increase of cases and hospitaliatoins right now. And he explained that's likely due to many factors including more schools and businesses opening again, along with some virus precaution fatigue.

Kravec emphasized, "The new information doesn't change much. It should reinforce the need for people to be vigilant in social distancing, washing your hands, sanitizing high touch areas, staying at home when your sick and wearing masks. The masks should fit over the bridge of your nose, and cover your chin."