For decades doctors and scientists raised the alarm that the overuse of antibiotic drugs would result in drug resistance. The medications we count on will no longer treat dangerous, life-threatening bacteria. Development of new antibiotic drugs capable of killing these “superbugs” is slow to come to market, with only 6 of 27 antibiotics in development...Read More

Mold is a problem that homeowners and property managers alike struggle to identify and mitigate properly. The difficulty of removing mold from indoor spaces, once established, makes it a challenge to remove and prevent in the future.   Where Does Mold Come From?   Molds grow in our environment, inside and outside. These microscopic organisms...Read More

The ease of using a cleaning product, like an antimicrobial wipe, makes it convenient to take care of common cleaning problems, whether it’s cleaning commonly touched kitchen surfaces, desks at school, or a spill at work. It seems we have substituted most cleaning solutions with the convenience of a pre-treated cloth. The wipes market in...Read More

Summer travel in 2023 is likely to be one of the busiest in recent years. Increasing numbers of travelers are planning to hit the skies for awell-earned vacation this year. Delta Airlines reports a record-breaking advance booking for summer travel alone. As Coronavirus restrictions lift worldwide, best practices in disinfecting become even more critical for...Read More

Pathogens in Hotels, Motels, and Resorts Hotels, motels, and resorts are hotspots for pathogens to thrive in when not disinfected properly. The most common viruses that guests contract from hotel rooms are diarrhea, vomiting, COVID, and respiratory viruses, such as colds and pneumonia. The COVID-19 pandemic has put cleanliness at the top of many potential...Read More

Pathogens in Livestock Nearly 60% of human pathogens are zoonotic, meaning they are infections spread between people and animals, and cause an estimated 2.5 billion illnesses and 2.7 million deaths worldwide every year, according to the CDC. In the past 30 years, we have seen deaths from infectious diseases increase nearly 60%. Trading goods around...Read More

It’s no secret gyms, fitness centers, and locker rooms are abundant in germs. Disinfecting equipment and practicing good gym hygiene will help you stay healthy. Pathogens in Fitness Centers & Locker Rooms Many people choose to exercise to improve or maintain their health. The abundance of pathogens in gyms can do just the opposite and...Read More

Disinfecting high risk areas in healthcare settings is an important part of a holistic strategy to decrease the spread of pathogens, protect from infections, and increase patient satisfaction. Pathogens in Healthcare Settings Healthcare-associated infections (HAI’s) are defined as infections patients get during the time where healthcare is being administered for another unrelated condition. HAIs are...Read More

Cleaning Before Disinfecting Cleaning your home surfaces regularly helps to prevent the harmful spread of germs. Disinfecting after cleaning then kills most germs on surfaces and objects. Cleaning can be done with water, soap, and scrubbing to remove germs, dirt, and impurities from surfaces. Disinfecting is done with stronger bleach solutions or chemicals. For disinfecting...Read More

Cold weather and visiting friends and family for the holidays can increase the spread of sickness. With RSV and Covid-19 cases on the rise, preventing the spread of germs is more important than ever before. RSV Respiratory Syncytial Virus or RSV is defined by the MayoClinic as the infection of the lungs and respiratory tract....Read More