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What is RSV and how to disinfect surfaces against this pathogen

Currently news reports indicate a big seasonal upswing in illnesses and hospitalizations due to Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). A recent article from NPR News indicated “An unseasonably early spike in respiratory syncytial virus cases among young children is pushing some hosp
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Monkeypox Alert: How to Disinfect Against the Monkeypox Virus

The purpose of this post is to answer questions about Monkeypox and specifically how to select a disinfectant that is effective against the Monkeypox virus. By now, you have probably seen the news stories about a spreading virus called Monkeypox Virus.  The CDC and the World Health Or
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Enhanced Cleaning & Disinfecting means Cleanliness is now a Business Differentiator

The NEED to CLEAN helps businesses succeed The ongoing pandemic has opened the eyes of the public about the importance of facility cleanliness.  Many businesses are now viewing cleaning & disinfecting or ‘enhanced cleaning’ as a business differentiator and are working
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Disinfecting Against the Omicron Variant and other SARS-CoV-2 Variants

On November 26, 2021, the World Health Organization classified a new corona virus variant B.1.1.529 (variant of SARS-CoV-2), and named it Omicron.  WHO has declared Omicron as a ‘Variant of Concern’. Omicron is a Variant of Concern All viruses constantly change through mut
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Differences between Bacteria and Viruses

  During the pandemic there has been a lot of interest and questions about disinfecting against various pathogens including the human corona virus SARS-COV-2, the cause of COVID-19. This blog post will shed some light on the differences between viruses and bacteria as it applies
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Electrostatic Spray Disinfecting to help keep Schools Open & Students Safe

Our education system has been turned upside down by COVID-19.  Now, the SARS-CoV-2 Delta Variant is bringing a new heightened awareness of the need to protect students and staff from COVID-19 infections. Schools must have a game plan in place to allow students to safely return to in p
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Candida Auris – Attacking a new pathogen in healthcare

A relatively new drug resistant pathogen called Candida Auris (C. Auris) has recently been making headlines related to infection outbreaks in hospitals and nursing homes.   This post discusses infection control issues associated with the pathogen and appropriate disinfectants that are

How to Disinfect Surfaces Against the Delta Variant Corona Virus

Just as things seemed to be getting back to a new normal and the pandemic was heading toward a final conclusion, a resurgence of COVID-19 is occurring in the U.S. due to the virus variant referred to as the DELTA Variant.  With emphasis on getting more people vaccinated, it is a good

New CDC Guidance on disinfecting facilities…Should we stop disinfecting?

You may have read about new guidance from the CDC questioning the need to disinfect surfaces to prevent the spread of COVID-19.  This guidance suggested that cleaning with soap and water might be good enough in many situations. Take a Pause…. While this CDC guidance maybe advisa

Why Disinfect Your Car? Because Your Steering Wheel is Dirtier than a Toilet Seat

People tend to do a better job keeping their car exterior cleaner than the interior.  That can be a problem when we are talking about microscopic pathogen particles.  Even if you do a good job keeping your car neat, those invisible germs can build up if not removed. A study published
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