Many scenarios in 2020 seem like they were taken from an apocalyptic movie. We’re not talking about the fires, the earthquakes, the armored confrontations – though they could fit the description. We’re referring to the spread of a dangerous new illness, paralyzing large parts of the world as well as the global economy. It can sometimes feel like the change brought on by COVID-19 is overwhelming and overpowering, like there is nothing we can do to stop the virus from spreading – but that’s not true.
We have the tools to stop the spread: we can wash our hands, wear face masks, and social distance. Each of these techniques is useful in the fight against the virus.
Hand washing is extremely effective against the coronavirus. The soap neutralizes the virus’ membrane, rendering it inactive. The consistency of the soap allows other harmful germs to wash away with the water as well. Hand washing is effective as long as it’s done properly and at key times. We’ve compiled a list of the proper hand movements that need to be carried out while hand washing, and a list of the times it’s recommended to wash your hands throughout the day.
Wearing face masks can be considered a controversial topic. It’s not always comfortable to wear face masks – it’s hot, itchy, and often unpleasant. However, it is important. You are 75% less likely to transmit the coronavirus to others while wearing a face mask. Others in your community could be immune-deficient, or at risk due to diabetes and other illnesses, and wearing a face mask can help keep them safe.
Social distancing is a concept many have a hard time wrapping their minds around. We are social creatures, we live in groups, and interact with one another as a basic way of life. However, right now, keeping a safe 2-meter distance from one another is optimal – yes, even when standing in line. Modern technology has made social distancing easier than ever before. Online shopping, even for groceries, has become easier and common, and helps diminish the risk of infection by limiting the need to be around other people. Interactions can take on different shapes and forms than in the past. Having a zoom meeting with your friends or coworkers can help ease the loneliness the situation has created in place of the usual “coffee break”.
We are not helpless in the face of this pandemic. We have the power to comply with these new regulations and help stop the spread of the coronavirus. If we pay enough attention to these key elements, we can get through these trying times. – By Ofir Broides, Soapy
L’automne s’est installé, et les températures dégringolent. Se laver les mains à l’eau froide n’a donc rien d’attrayant, et cela va durer encore quelques mois. Coïncidence ou pas, c’est aussi à cette période que l’n enregistre le plus grand nombre de malades : rhumes, grippes, gastroentérites etc. Se transmettent de personne à personne à grande vitesse.
Et si nous changions la donne?
La Micro-Station d’hygiène de Soapy distribue la quantité parfaite de savon et d’eau chaude, pour rendre le lavage des mains agréable. La température de l’eau, réglée à 40°C est d’ailleurs conseillée par l’OMS. Il est donc bien possible de se laver les mains efficacement durant les mois les plus froids de l’année. Il n’y a plus de raison de l’éviter.
Desde diciembre de 2019 el mundo ha tenido que enfrentarse a un nuevo desafío: el virus COVID-19. Desde el comienzo de esta crisis sanitaria, la recomendación más repetida y consistente de la Organización Mundial de la Salud y el Centro de Control de Enfermedades ha sido lavarse las manos a intervalos regulares. Como proveedor de soluciones inteligentes de higiene, es nuestro deber ayudar en esta tarea crítica y compartir nuestro conocimiento de cómo practicar mejor la higiene de las manos con regularidad.
Pero el simple acto de lavarse las manos con jabón funciona contra el coronavirus en dos frentes, rompiendo la caja lipídica alrededor del virus (paralizando su capacidad de infección), y haciendo las manos resbaladizas para que los gérmenes puedan ser fácilmente lavados. Las microestaciones de higiene Soapy pueden ayudar a detener la propagación de COVID-19 y, literalmente, a salvar vidas al asegurar que los usuarios obtengan un lavado fácil y eficaz: la cantidad adecuada de jabón, agua y duración, con cada ciclo de lavado.
Mientras todos se adaptan a los “nuevos requisitos de higiene normales” y crecientes, en esta página proporcionaremos la información más relevante, útil y práctica sobre la prevención de COVID-19. Para cualquier consulta y para obtener información adicional, puede comunicarse a través de la página de Contacto.
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