These recommendations come from John Hopkins Hospital
FAQ on Corona Virus (in case you did not know of course)
The following is from Irene Ken physician, whose daughter is an
Asst. Prof in infectious diseases at Johns Hopkins University, quite
informative.
* The virus is not a living
organism, but a protein molecule (DNA) covered by a protective layer of
lipid (fat), which, when absorbed by the cells of the ocular, nasal or
buccal mucosa, changes their genetic code. (mutation) and convert them
into aggressor and multiplier cells.
* Since the
virus is not a living organism but a protein molecule, it is not killed,
but decays on its own. The disintegration time depends on the
temperature, humidity and type of material where it lies.
* The virus is very fragile; the only thing that protects it
is a thin outer layer of fat. That is why any soap or detergent is the
best remedy, because the foam CUTS the FAT (that is why you have to rub
so much: for 20 seconds or more, to make a lot of foam).
By dissolving the fat layer, the protein molecule disperses and breaks down on its own.
* HEAT melts fat; this is why it is so good to use water above
25 degrees Celsius for washing hands, clothes and everything. In
addition, hot water makes more foam and that makes it even more useful.
* Alcohol or any mixture with alcohol over 65% DISSOLVES ANY FAT, especially the external lipid layer of the virus.
* Any mix with 1 part bleach and 5 parts water directly dissolves the protein, breaks it down from the inside.
* Oxygenated water helps long after soap, alcohol and
chlorine, because peroxide dissolves the virus protein, but you have to
use it pure and it hurts your skin.
* NO BACTERICIDE OR
ANTIBIOTIC SERVES. The virus is not a living organism like bacteria;
antibodies cannot kill what is not alive.
* NEVER shake
used or unused clothing, sheets or cloth. While it is glued to a porous
surface, it is very inert and disintegrates only - between 3 hours
(fabric and porous),
- 4 hours (copper and wood)
-24 hours (cardboard),
-42 hours (metal) and
-72 hours (plastic).
*But if you shake it or use a feather duster, the virus
molecules float in the air for up to 3 hours, and can lodge in your
nose.
* The virus molecules remain very stable in external cold, or artificial as air conditioners in houses and cars.
*They also need moisture to stay stable, and especially
darkness. Therefore, dehumidified, dry, warm and bright environments
will degrade it faster.
* UV LIGHT on any object that
may contain it breaks down the virus protein. For example, to disinfect
and reuse a mask is perfect. Be careful, it also breaks down collagen
(which is protein) in the skin.
* The virus CANNOT go through healthy skin.
* Vinegar is NOT useful because it does not break down the protective layer of fat.
* NO SPIRITS, NOR VODKA, serve. The strongest vodka is 40% alcohol, and you need 65%.
* LISTERINE IF IT SERVES! It is 65% alcohol.
* The more confined the space, the more concentration of the
virus there can be. The more open or naturally ventilated, the less.
* You have to wash your hands before and after
touching mucosa, food, locks, knobs, switches, remote control, cell
phone, watches, computers, desks, TV, etc. And when using the bathroom.
* You have to HUMIDIFY HANDS DRY from so much
washing them, because the molecules can hide in the micro cracks. The
thicker the moisturizer, the better.
* Also keep your NAILS SHORT so that the virus does not hide there.
-JOHNS HOPKINS HOSPITAL