This minimalist furniture set can keep your stuff germ-free and charge your phones, too
Minimalist-looking furniture doesn’t always mean they serve a single purpose only, especially if they can hide their other functions in plain sight. There are quite a few trends in the past few years that have sent ripples through different industries, changing the ways things are traditionally made or how things usually function. For example, there […]
Here’s how to swab your nose for an at-home COVID-19 test
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At-home COVID-19 tests have risen in popularity throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, and many American households are eagerly awaiting their free kits. But while self-test kits are a quick and easy way to check your health status, getting a sample can be tricky. The Food and Drug Administration has approved dozens of at-home or self-test kits. […]
GFPS adjusts COVID policy for positive cases
Great Falls Public Schools has adjusted its COVID health protocols in response to rising case numbers in the district and Cascade County. GFPS officials said Jan. 28 that the district is adopting the same rule as the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and the Cascade County City-County Health Department that requires a person who tests […]
This Clown Makes Balloon Sculptures, Then Fogs Your Home With Disinfectant
Known locally as Piweet the “fogging clown,” a professional entertainer in Malaysia has found a niche fogging houses during the COVID-19 pandemic. Photo: Courtesy of Shaharul Hisam Baharudin In what is now basically a daily routine, Shaharul Hisam Baharudin puts on his rainbow-striped shirt and vibrant overalls, and dabs face paint over his eyebrows in […]
Omicron patients shed virus longer, Japan study suggests
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Tens of thousands of Central Texas college students will be back inside classrooms Monday. UT Austin, Texas State University and Austin Community College are all resuming in-person learning. Central Texas University students prepare for return to in-person classes after virtual start Each institution has outlined COVID-19 safety guidelines that include isolating at […]
Best Cleaning Products and Disinfectant for Home Gym Equipment
How often do you need to clean your home gym? How often do I need to clean my home gym? A general rule of thumb would be to wipe down “high-touch surfaces,” such as dumbbells, mats, or a bench, after every use, Dr. Nelson recommends. “You can serve as an unwitting courier for bacteria from […]
COVID cases prompt Community Transit to cut 36 bus trips
EVERETT — COVID-19 again has struck transit service in Snohomish County, leading Community Transit to temporarily cancel 36 daily trips through mid-March and add up to a week of sick leave for employees. Absences and vacant positions after Community Transit’s Dec. 31 deadline for full vaccination against the coronavirus led to weekday ride cuts for […]
Dry Heat Disinfecting of N95 Mask Works, Preserves Fit |
STONY BROOK, NY, January 5, 2022 – Entering a third year of the COVID-19 pandemic and the latest infection surge nationwide comes with many challenges. One of those is for a continued adequate supply of masks, including the often used N95 respirator masks for healthcare and other settings. A study led by Stony Brook University researchers discovered […]
Does alcohol kill viruses? How it works and ways to use
Alcohol kills some viruses, but not all. The effectiveness depends on the concentration and type of alcohol, along with the species of the virus. Although the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend washing the hands with soap and water, this mode of cleansing is not always available. When it is not, using alcohol-based […]
6 professional cleaning and disinfection services in Metro Manila
Whether you need basic cleaning or a more intense post-COVID disinfection, there’s a cleaning company you can call MANILA, Philippines – With all the time that we spend at home nowadays, it’s never been more important to have a clean space. Not only is a clutter-free, dust-free space more relaxing, but it also keeps allergens […]