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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

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

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

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

Cleaning screens on electronic devices including cell phone and tablet touch screens requires careful selection of cleaning agents that won’t harm the surfaces while effectively removing dust, dirt, and smudges. One of the Dirtiest Surfaces We Touch Everyday Our cell phones are one of

  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

Sometimes we run into flooring that we cannot easily identify.  This post discusses resilient flooring types and recommended maintenance for commonly used surfaces past and present. Old Flooring Types:  These surfaces are no longer used, but can still be found in old buildings. Asphal

Blood stains are a problem on all types of soft surfaces including carpeting, upholstery, mattresses, bedding, and clothing.  These stubborn stains can be effectively removed with a little know how and the right product. Why is Blood Red? Blood is red in color because it contains an i

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

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