I am an 87 year old women, post spinal surgery 10 days, Husband 86 admitted to hospital with pneumonia and is being treated with antibiotics. He did not have high fever, has COPd, Can I safely visit him in hospital. What is my risk of contracting pneumonia from him. I am generally in very good shape, no heart lung problems not diabetic, etc.
Hello, I understand your concern. I am Chat Doctor, infectious diseases specialist, answering your query. In my opinion you should visit him without fear. Pneumonia can transmit by air Chat Doctor.  e.g. in your case your husband has done spinal surgery and has COPD. As you are of good physics, nothing is going to happen to you. You can visit fearless. You can apply mask to your face while visit, it has NI harm in doing this. This has no harm any way for doing this. You can also wash your hand before and after the visit to the hospital. It not only prevent you but also prevents your husband also. I will be happy to answer your further concern, you can ask me on bit.ly/