The World Health Organization has released new guidelines on the transmission of airborne germs, including COVID-19. The new outline has resulted in two new definitions, "transmission through air" and "direct disposition." "Airborne transmission" refers to infectious germs being expelled through a cough, sneeze, or breathing, while "direct disposition" refers to respiratory particles landing on a person's mouth, nose, or eyes. The terms "contact transmission" and "direct contact transmission" remain the same. Stay informed and read more about these new definitions in the attached article. #docsfs #WHO #COVID19 #transmission #airbornegerms #savinglives #safeguardinglives https://lnkd.in/gJUvZMGD
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The World Health Organization has released new guidelines on the transmission of airborne germs, including COVID-19. The new outline has resulted in two new definitions, "transmission through air" and "direct disposition." "Airborne transmission" refers to infectious germs being expelled through a cough, sneeze, or breathing, while "direct disposition" refers to respiratory particles landing on a person's mouth, nose, or eyes. The terms "contact transmission" and "direct contact transmission" remain the same. Stay informed and read more about these new definitions in the attached article. #docsfs #WHO #COVID19 #transmission #airbornegerms #savinglives #safeguardinglives https://lnkd.in/gZB_nYZM
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The World Health Organization has released new guidelines on the transmission of airborne germs, including COVID-19. The new outline has resulted in two new definitions, "transmission through air" and "direct disposition." "Airborne transmission" refers to infectious germs being expelled through a cough, sneeze, or breathing, while "direct disposition" refers to respiratory particles landing on a person's mouth, nose, or eyes. The terms "contact transmission" and "direct contact transmission" remain the same. Stay informed and read more about these new definitions in the attached article. #docsfs #WHO #COVID19 #transmission #airbornegerms #savinglives #safeguardinglives https://lnkd.in/gZB_nYZM
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🌍 WHO unveils new terms for airborne pathogens in a new report, based on global expert consultation. Key updates include standardized definitions for "infectious respiratory particles" (IRPs) and their transmission modes. 🦠 #PublicHealth #WHO #HealthSecurity https://lnkd.in/eaeV2Vtt
NEWS RELEASE - Leading health agencies outline updated terminology for pathogens that transmit through the air
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A personal frustration that I'm surprised that yet again nobody at a senior level in the NHS is taking onboard. We do not need to have the issues with winter seasonal outbreaks within the health built environment. This is a 'wrong type of snow' scenario where ward areas adequately protected with clean air instantly reduce the risk around airborne disease. In new environments, where low extract and ancillary cleaning can be installed, this should be automatic. For the huge number of existing areas, over 68% with inadequate ventilation, we have a British designed product that is 100% manufactured here, in the UK, which can instantly reduce the risk. It has even been evolved alongside the NHS over the last 25 years but still today we are seeing many trusts adversely affected by the surprise of another seasonal outbreak. Under COSH regulations SarsCov2 is seen as a category 3 biohazard. There is a statutory duty on trusts to exercise bio safety containment working around it. Whilst this includes PPE, as per the hierarchy of controls, both air cleaning and ventilation should be utilised. Pressure differential, which our systems can supply, stops pathogen egress. Ventilation can produce adequate dilution but where it doesn't then clinical grade air purification can often provide a better infection prevention situation. A unit can be set up to protect an area within 30 minutes and be permanently installed within half a day. If installed then it is out of the work area and can be optimised for that ward or room. It can also be interfaced to existing systems or work alongside them and be under BMS control. When the solution can be so straight forward, isn't it about time we worked to stop this happening? In my opinion there should never be 'the wrong type of snow' scenarios within British health care, especially where it creates adverse health outcomes. #Ventilation #AirPurification #AirCleaning #HEPA #SarsCov2 #Coronavirus #RSV #Flu #InfluenzaA #CDiff #Norovirus
NHS England has warned about the perfect storm, a 'quademic'. Airborne disease that includes RSV, Influenza A, Coronavirus and Norovirus. Factor in C.Diff spores floating around and there has never been a better reason to protect patients and staff from opportunistic infections. Our frustration is that the hierarchy of controls states that PPE, whilst a necessary tool, is the least effective approach. Engineering approaches are the third and removal the best. Our proven air purification systems, the only ones currently fully compliant with the update to HTM03.01, can offer almost instant risk reduction. By maintaining the air as clean, equivalent to a pharmacy clean room, the air is so dilute it is difficult to catch any of these diseases. Not only that, but if they are not wafting around the place, surface cleaning becomes more effective. With over 68% of clinical areas not effectively ventilated, after 25 years of shouting this following message out, isn't it about time you called us? 'You can't catch what isn't there!' A four bed ward can be protected for around £3.90 a day, including maintenance and all consumables. With face masks only being needed in close proximity to patients, this saving alone can cover the cost. Why not enter this winter in control of seasonal outbreaks rather than having them control you? #Ventilation #Quademic #Flu #RSV #SarsCov2 #Norovirus #CDiff #InfectionPrevention #InfectionControl #Seasonal #PPE #NHS
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NHS England has warned about the perfect storm, a 'quademic'. Airborne disease that includes RSV, Influenza A, Coronavirus and Norovirus. Factor in C.Diff spores floating around and there has never been a better reason to protect patients and staff from opportunistic infections. Our frustration is that the hierarchy of controls states that PPE, whilst a necessary tool, is the least effective approach. Engineering approaches are the third and removal the best. Our proven air purification systems, the only ones currently fully compliant with the update to HTM03.01, can offer almost instant risk reduction. By maintaining the air as clean, equivalent to a pharmacy clean room, the air is so dilute it is difficult to catch any of these diseases. Not only that, but if they are not wafting around the place, surface cleaning becomes more effective. With over 68% of clinical areas not effectively ventilated, after 25 years of shouting this following message out, isn't it about time you called us? 'You can't catch what isn't there!' A four bed ward can be protected for around £3.90 a day, including maintenance and all consumables. With face masks only being needed in close proximity to patients, this saving alone can cover the cost. Why not enter this winter in control of seasonal outbreaks rather than having them control you? #Ventilation #Quademic #Flu #RSV #SarsCov2 #Norovirus #CDiff #InfectionPrevention #InfectionControl #Seasonal #PPE #NHS
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Covid-19 is not over, and there is now a summer Covid surge hitting at least 84 countries as per WHO. We also continue to see increasing cases of Covid-19, RSV, Influenza etc. in hospitalized patients and staff members acquiring these infections during their stay. Therefore, improving Indoor Air Quality is a matter of utmost importance, and implementing innovative ways to provide cleaner air to the patients and inhabitants of the buildings is the ultimate goal. The new ASHRAE 241 Standard is out and the purpose of this standard is to set forth the minimum criteria for managing infectious aerosols to minimize the risk of disease transmission in new buildings, existing buildings, and significant renovations to existing buildings. It encompasses requirements for the design, installation, commissioning, operation, and maintenance of both outdoor air systems and air cleaning systems. You First Services, Inc. aims to to go above and beyond to provide a better quality of life for people through Research, Development, and Commercialization of cutting edge health care technologies such as SteriSpace®, which not only meets but surpasses the new ASHRAE 241 standards as noted in this report.
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What you should know about viral transmission protection with Don Milton. Excellent information in this podcast on the importance of ventilation, filtration and #UVGI in reducing the transmission of infection. Did you know that #viruses are often being spread before you are symptomatic? The transmission of COVID-19 and seasonal #flu start before the carrier shows any sign of illness. These days, it would seem, that we are only adding new viruses to be guarding against. Now is the time to be aware, and to prepare, for defending ourselves from #viral #transmission and #illness. National Air Filtration Association - NAFA #COVID19 #superspreadingevents #defense #ventilation #filtration
Making the Indoor Spaces Where We Live, Work, and Play Resistant to Respiratory Virus Transmission
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😷 🤒 Both RSV and HMPV are equal opportunity troublemakers. They spread through respiratory droplets and close contact, but they're also fond of hanging out on surfaces for hours, waiting for an unsuspecting touch. 😲 This makes hand-washing and keeping surfaces clean paramount in our fight against these viral villains. 💁♀️ While anyone can catch these bugs, some folks are more likely to have a tough time: 👶 Babies and young kids, especially premature infants 👴 👵 Older adults (65 and up) 😷 People with weakened immune systems 🤕 💔 Those dealing with long-term heart or lung problems 👉 So, how do we tackle these microscopic menaces? It's all about a comprehensive, multi-pronged approach: 🤲 Prevention is your best friend: Wash your hands regularly, avoid close contact with sick people, and stay home if you're under the weather. ☀ Keep your environment clean: Regular cleaning and good ventilation in indoor spaces are crucial. 🧐 Early detection matters: Quick testing and proper care can make a big difference in managing these infections. 🌬 Air purification, the unsung hero: Advanced air purification systems such as ActivePure Technology can be a game-changer in effectively targeting and removing enveloped virus particles from the air and surfaces. This advanced photohydrolysis technology is available in induct and portable units, giving you an invisible shield against these respiratory invaders in any setting, with the additional benefit of providing surface decontamination that helps address these pathogens across the entire indoor space 👈 . As we gear up for another respiratory virus season, remember that knowledge is power. 🧙♂️ By understanding these viruses and taking smart steps to prevent them – including using cutting-edge air purification – we can all breathe a little easier. 👉 Stay alert, stay informed, and stay healthy this season. #rsv #hmpv #healthproblems #cleanair
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🍀 Introducing the #Accufast Ultimate Respiratory Panel Test! 🍀 5 in1 or 6 in 1 combo test. 🔬 Experience the convenience of detecting 6 key respiratory pathogens in a single test: 🔹 SARS-CoV-2 🔹 RSV 🔹 Adenovirus 🔹 Flu A/B 🔹 Mycoplasma Pneumoniae 📦 Ideal for: • Hospitals 🏥 • Clinics 🩺 • Workplaces 🏢 • Schools 🏫 Ensure the health and safety of your community with this essential tool for effective respiratory monitoring. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to enhance your health protocols! #COVIDTEST #RespiratoryTest #RespiratorySynthentic #Fluence #Adenovirus #Headache #epidemic
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Finally, my paper on the working mechanism and effectivity against infectious respiratory particles (aerosols/droplets) of face masks is published. The main message: #Facemasks work, but in a different way than what we thought. It turns out that all air goes around the face mask through the leakages. Fortunately, the route is full of twists and turns and as a result, most infectious respiratory particles cannot follow the stream of air and hit either the face mask or the face. In particular, the larger infectious respiratory particles are unable to enter or leave face mask, making it rather effective (as the larger infectious respiratory particles contain by far the most virus particles). Yet, face masks only reduce the exposure to pathogens. Being in a room with a high concentration of pathogens in the air for a long enough time will increase the risk of becoming infected, despite a face mask. Likewise, being in a room with a very low concentration without a face mask will not necessarily directly cause an infection. This is in line with the current policy and advice. Further work is necessary to improve our understanding of the effectivity of facemasks in the public domain to be able to target specific risky situations and reduce the societal impact of mandatory use of face masks when possible. https://lnkd.in/dcXH8RPp RIVM National Institute for Public Health and the Environment #COVID #RIVM With Frank Verhoeven, Lucie Vermeulen, Erwin Duizer, Alvin Bartels, Ana Maria de Roda Husman en Jack Schijven Notice I have used the newly proposed WHO term infectious respiratory particles for aerosols and droplets in this post (https://lnkd.in/dZauds3z), but the WHO report came after the publication of my paper, so it is not yet included in there.
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