Question: Can COVID-19 spread through the deceased?

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: COVID-19 and Funerals
Am I at risk if I touch someone who died of COVID-19 after they have passed away?
section_content: COVID-19 is a new disease and we are still learning how it spreads. The
virus that causes COVID-19 is thought to mainly spread from close contact
(i.e., within about 6 feet) with a person who is currently sick with COVID-19.
The virus likely spreads primarily through respiratory droplets produced when
an infected person coughs or sneezes, similar to how influenza and other
respiratory infections spread. These droplets can land in the mouths or noses
of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs. This type of
spread is not a concern after death.
It may be possible that a person can get COVID-19 by touching a surface or
object that has the virus on it and then touching their own mouth, nose, or
possibly their eyes, but this is not thought to be the main way the virus
spreads.
People should consider not touching the body of someone who has died of
COVID-19. Older people and people of all ages with severe underlying health
conditions are at higher risk of developing serious COVID-19 illness. There
may be less of a chance of the virus spreading from certain types of touching,
such as holding the hand or hugging after the body has been prepared for
viewing. Other activities, such as kissing, washing, and shrouding should be
avoided before, during, and after the body has been prepared, if possible. If
washing the body or shrouding are important religious or cultural practices,
families are encouraged to work with their community’s cultural and religious
leaders and funeral home staff on how to reduce their exposure as much as
possible. At a minimum, people conducting these activities should wear
disposable gloves. If splashing of fluids is expected, additional personal
protective equipment (PPE) may be required (such as disposable gown,
faceshield or goggles and N-95 respirator).
Cleaning should be conducted in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions
for all cleaning and disinfection products (e.g., concentration, application
method and contact time). Products with EPA-approved emerging viral pathogens
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effective against COVID-19 based on data for harder to kill viruses. After
removal of PPE, perform hand hygiene by washing hands with soap and water for at least 20
seconds or using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60%
alcohol if soap and water are not available. Soap and water should be used if
the hands are visibly soiled.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
The answer provided here is very detailed even while acknowledging that it's not completely known if a corpse can transmit the virus or not. All of the extra precautions and instructions are helpful as well to give the requester peace of mind.
This answer is relevant to the question and answers it thoroughly.

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Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions: Funeral and Burial Services for American Indians and Alaska Natives
section_headers: COVID-19 and Funerals
How do you transport the body of a person who has died from COVID-19?
section_content: Follow these steps if you are involved in transporting the body of someone who
died from COVID-19:

If the body of a tribal member needs to be moved, wear disposable gloves and contain the body in a body bag, an impermeable shroud, or another impermeable covering that does not allow body fluids to leak from the enclosure. The virus that causes COVID-19 is not thought to be carried by blood (bloodborne), but leaked fluids could cause exposure to pathogens.
If a body bag is used to contain the body, disinfect the outside of the bag with an EPA-approved disinfectant for emerging viral pathogensexternal icon. Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning and disinfection products including concentration, application method, and contact time.
Following transport of the body, carefully remove your gloves and immediately wash your hands with soap and water for 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.


Reviewer feedback on this answer:
The requester has not specified if they are someone who would be handling the deceased in any kind of official or job-related capacity but the information may be useful all the same at least when it comes to hand washing.
This answer only relates to transporting a body, not for how COVID-19 spreads through the deceased.

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Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions: Funeral and Burial Services for American Indians and Alaska Natives
section_headers: COVID-19 and Funerals
Am I at risk if I touch someone who died of COVID-19 after they have passed away?
section_content: You should avoid touching the body of someone who has died of COVID-19, before
the body is prepared for viewing.
Though we are still learning more about how COVID-19 spreads, it may be
possible that you could get COVID-19 by touching the body of someone who has
died of COVID-19. After the body has been prepared for viewing there may
be less of a chance of the virus spreading from certain types of touching,
such as holding the hand or hugging. But you should avoid other activities,
such as kissing, washing, and shrouding before and during body preparation.
After any contact with the body, be sure to wash your hands with soap and
water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not readily available,
use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
The answer is noncommittal since it is still not known if COVID-19 can be spread after death but at least guidelines are given just in case an individual is uncomfortable with the situation.
This answer gives detailed information and is relevant to the question.

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