[SBE] H1N1 Response

[Henry M. Seiden]

Dean,

I think the part you were referring to was (from the CDC's warning):

> What kills influenza virus?

>

> Influenza virus is destroyed by heat (167-212°F [75-100°C]). In  

> addition, several chemical germicides, including chlorine, hydrogen  

> peroxide, detergents (soap), iodophors (iodine-based antiseptics),  

> and alcohols are effective against influenza viruses if used in  

> proper concentration for sufficient length of time. For example,  

> wipes or gels with alcohol in them can be used to clean hands. The  

> gels should be rubbed until they are dry.


What Henry referred to was the notion that a virus is not (as)  
affected by germicides as bacteria.

Both right so far as I can see, from the enclosed. Note the proper  
concentration and technique references. Generally good practice to  
eliminate germs (bacteria) where possible. Viruses are more likely  
spread by contact with sick people. Much more... Stay home when sick,  
don't cough openly... All the stuff your mom told you.

Avoid panic. Breakout the blowtorches!


On May 1, 2009, at 10:25 , Dean @ SiPhi wrote:


> The CDC has a different opinion…

>

> http://www.cdc.gov/flu/about/qa/preventing.htm

>

> I happen to think its good practice.

>

> Dean

>

>

> -----Original Message-----

> From: sbe-bounces at sbe.org [mailto:sbe-bounces at sbe.org] On Behalf Of A9xw at cs.com

> Sent: Friday, May 01, 2009 7:01 AM

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> Subject: Re: [SBE] H1N1 Response

>

> Put the bottles away, the hand sanitizers do not work on virus.

>

> Henry

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