Tag: Cleaning

Washing Dishes with Superheated Steam More Effective, Earth-Friendly

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Superheated steam dishwashers could provide a more effective, environmentally friendly solution than conventional dishwashers. In Physics of Fluids, researchers simulated such a dishwasher, finding that it killed 99% of bacteria on a plate in just 25 seconds. The model of an idealized dishwasher looks like a box with solid sides, a top opening, and a nozzle at the bottom. A plate covered with heat-resistant bacteria is placed directly above the nozzle. Once the plate reaches a certain threshold temperature, the microorganisms are deemed inactivated.

Cleaning up the Germs that Cause COVID-19

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A meme is circulating on the Internet comparing the statement “once COVID-19 is over” to the wishful possibility of winning the lottery. Both might seem very out of reach, but continuing to remain vigilant with frequent handwashing, social distancing, mask-wearing,…

Harmful Microbes Found on Sewer Pipe Walls

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Can antibiotic-resistant bacteria escape from sewers into waterways and cause a disease outbreak? A new Rutgers study, published in the journal Environmental Science: Water Research & Technology, examined the microbe-laden “biofilms” that cling to sewer walls, and even built a simulated sewer to study the germs that survive within.

Rutgers Expert Available to Discuss How to Reduce Risk on Vacation During COVID-19 Pandemic

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New Brunswick, N.J. (May 18, 2020) – Rutgers University–New Brunswick Professor Donald W. Schaffner is available for interviews on how to reduce the risk of coronavirus infection on vacation, at vacation rentals and while traveling during the COVID-19 pandemic. “Even though everyone in the…

HCPA reminds consumers to use disinfecting products as they’re intended and according to the directions on the label, following speculation that injecting disinfectants can be used to cure #COVID19 #DontDrinkBleach

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Expert is available for comment at your convenience.  The Household & Commercial Products Association (HCPA) represents the companies and brands that manufacture and sell products used for cleaning and disinfecting. Original post https://alertarticles.info

Tips from a Microbiologist on Keeping the House Clean During COVID-19

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The barrage of coronavirus-related news stories can be dizzying. Even for the seemingly well-informed, it’s become increasingly difficult to sift through it all to discern truly helpful tips to keep our homes and families safe and to regain a little bit of control in our lives.  Take cleaning, for example. Just as we’re getting the social distancing thing down by staying safe at home, we’re beginning to take a long, hard look at our house cleaning habits.