Pine-Sol’s original cleaner has been approved by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as a product that can kill the coronavirus on frequently used surfaces. Since Pine-Sol is currently available for purchase – unlike many other cleaning products – this adds another option for people who are cleaning surfaces thatContinue Reading
It’s a grim reality that’s playing out across the country as COVID-19 spreads beyond the meat plants that have captured the national spotlight. At least 60 food-processing facilities outside the meatpacking industry have seen outbreaks, with more than 1,000 workers diagnosed with the virus, according to a new study fromContinue Reading
A new survey compares the coronavirus’s impact on grocery shopper behavior from April to May and finds that fewer people are taking important safety measures to reduce their risk. The survey was conducted by the International Food Information Council. Fewer shoppers report washing their hands after grocery shopping, minimizing theirContinue Reading
This guidance is intended for all Americans, whether you own a business, run a school, or want to ensure the cleanliness and safety of your home. The EPA and CDC have produced a general framework for cleaning and disinfection practices. The framework is based on doing the following: Normal routineContinue Reading
They’re keeping the country fed during the crisis. Lawmakers are saying they shouldn’t die to do it. Several states and cities are now passing laws that protect grocery store and other essential workers by requiring businesses to provide protective gear such as masks and gloves. This will be difficult toContinue Reading
‘The coronavirus would likely survive better on artificial fibers such as polyester than on cotton’ This question hasn’t been studied yet. Some experts have noted that coronaviruses in general last a lot longer on a solid, nonporous surface compared to porous fabrics. ‘If you are a health-care provider and potentiallyContinue Reading
Here’s how to plan, prepare, and respond to the COVID-19 outbreak. It’s important to have a plan to stock up on supplies so you know what you should be looking for. This page at Good Housekeeping provides some example shopping lists that would fit a two weeks of supplies timeContinue Reading
As part of your everyday prevention actions clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces and objects. The CDC has some recommended cleaning practices for homes. These same guidelines apply to homes and workplaces whether or not anyone is showing symptoms.
Disinfectant products need to be used properly to be most effective, health experts say. Common household cleaning products like soap or diluted bleach in water will kill the coronavirus on surfaces. However some other household cleaning products like vinegar have not shown to be effective at cleaning the virus fromContinue Reading
Many Americans will be exposed to COVID-19 over the next year or so with many people in the U.S. getting sick, a top CDC official said Monday, recommending that people over 60 and anyone with chronic medical conditions buckle down for a lengthy stay home. People over 60 and thoseContinue Reading
