5 Ways to Clean Mould From the Most Important Surfaces In Your Home
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Finding mould in any part of your home can be cause for concern, but it’s also a fairly common occurrence anywhere there is dampness, there is a chance for mould to grow. While mould can be harmful to your health, expensive professional removal isn’t always necessary; it can often be removed safely with the right cleaning strategy and safety precautions.
Mould is a fungus that releases spores into the air that can cause respiratory issues and serious harm to those who are immunocompromised. But you can remove most types of mould without professional assistance as long as you catch it early and you take the necessary safety precautions to avoid breathing in the spores or spreading it to other areas of your home.
Study examines SARS-CoV-2 s inactivation across a range of UVC wavelengths
The severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), which is the virus responsible for the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), has infected more than 186 million people worldwide and caused the deaths of almost 4 million. COVID-19 has therefore emerged as a focal point in an enormous amount of research endeavors around the world looking to advance the development of effective therapeutics, drugs, and vaccines that can target SARS-CoV-2.
UV disinfection
SARS-CoV-2 has been found to be highly susceptible to ultraviolet (UV) light, which has led to further investigations on the use of UV radiation as a potential disinfectant.
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Some things make it into the washer and never make it out, and it can feel like house elves are stealing your things when you
swore you put an even number of socks in the machine, only to be left with an odd number. The truth is, your washer really
does eat your clothes sometimes. The washer housing might be holding your socks, and the space in between your dryer lint trap probably has your underwear, too. So if you haven’t heard about the magic of mesh laundry bags already, it’s time you learn, because these thin, breathable bags can even do more than just laundry. Here are nine ways to use mesh bags both in and outside the laundry room.
How to Wean Your Toddler Off Their Pacifier
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The pacifier can be a wonderful thing: It can soothe a fussy baby, help them fall asleep, or offer a temporary distraction. Plus, once breastfeeding is established, the American Academy of Pediatrics says offering one at nap times and bedtime can help reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). But at some point, between ages two and four, they may need some help kicking the habit.
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If you’re looking for the
easiest time to wean a child from a pacifier, it’s probably earlier than you think Dr. Harvey Karp, of