Sanitizers and disinfectants may be convenient and easy to bring around, but they are not as effective as scrubbing your hands with soap and water. This is according to Roland Newman II, a family medicine physician at Penn State Health, who, in a statement, noted that traditional hand washing trumps sanitizers when it comes to keeping your hands clean. … Continue reading Scientists: Handwashing gets rid of more germs than using hand sanitizers
Protect your home from coronavirus and other pathogens by making home-made disinfectants
The new coronavirus disease or COVID-19 is a respiratory illness that causes symptoms similar to those of the common cold, such as fever, cough and shortness of breath. However, while it can potentially be life-threatening in individuals with poor immune systems and underlying conditions, a recent situation report by the World Health Organization (WHO), says most people do … Continue reading Protect your home from coronavirus and other pathogens by making home-made disinfectants
How long does coronavirus last on surfaces? (And how to clean and disinfect surfaces properly)
As the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to spread across America, panic-stricken citizens are buying items left and right. Shoppers are hoarding food and cleaning supplies, but not all products can disinfect surfaces with coronavirus, revealed a study. How long does coronavirus last on a surface? A study published in the preprint database medRxiv on March 11 showed that coronavirus … Continue reading How long does coronavirus last on surfaces? (And how to clean and disinfect surfaces properly)
DIY medical tips: What are antiseptics and why do you need them?
Basic hygiene practices such as washing hands with soap and water are taught from childhood. On top of washing, many people also use antiseptics to better get rid of germs. Rubbing alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, and iodine are some common antiseptics found in most homes. (h/t to BeansBulletsBandagesAndYou.com) Which is which: antiseptics, disinfectants, and antibiotics Preventing infection … Continue reading DIY medical tips: What are antiseptics and why do you need them?
Research Shows Disinfectant Wipes Spread Superbugs in Hospitals
First came word that popular antibacterial hand soaps are not only unnecessary (old fashioned soap and water is the best way to keep germs from spreading) but the chemicals in them can harm your health and environment. Now a new study says instead of killing potentially dangerous infections, disinfectant wipes may actually spread drug-resistant and … Continue reading Research Shows Disinfectant Wipes Spread Superbugs in Hospitals
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 