COVID-19: prevention

Today is August First, 2020. As of this writing, there is no vaccine nor cure for Covid-19. This article may, however, prevent the reader from becoming ill due to the virus.

From Johns Hopkins excellent summary to avoid contagion. I share it because it is very clear

• 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 (relating to the eyes), nasal (relating to the nose} or buccal mucosa (the inside lining of the cheeks and floor of the mouth), 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 (77 degrees Fahrenheit) 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, it 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. (Hydrogen Peroxide has an equal number of oxygen and hydrogen H₂O₂ while water has H₂O.)

• No bactericide is enough.  The virus is not a living organism like bacteria;  they cannot kill what is not alive with antibiotics, but quickly disintegrate its structure with everything said.

• Never shake used or unused clothing, sheets, or cloth.  While Covid-19 may be glued to a porous surface, it is very inert and disintegrates only between 3 hours (fabric and porous), 4 hours (copper, because it is naturally antiseptic; and wood, b(because it removes all the moisture and does not let it peel off and it disintegrates); 24 hours (cardboard), 42 hours (metal) and 72 hours (plastic).  But if you shake it or use a feather duster, the virus molecules will float into 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, especially in 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, disinfecting and reusing a mask is perfect. Be careful, it also breaks down collagen (which is protein) in the skin, eventually causing wrinkles and skin cancer.

• The virus can not go through healthy skin.

• Vinegar is not useful because it does not break down the protective layer of fat.

• No spirits, even Vodka, will not work. (The strongest vodka is 40% alcohol, and you need 65%.)

• Listerine may work; 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.

• This is super sad, but 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 moisture dry hands 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.

to the above list, I will add

• Maintain six feet of social distancing from everyone else outside your family bubble

• Wear a mask whenever you can, especially outside your immediate home. Wear an N-95 mask( meaning that it filters at least 95% of airborne particles).

• A face shield will prevent the spread of the virus, but only if you wear it correctly.

• PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) (like gowns and booties) are even better, but again, only if you put it on and wear it correctly.

• Maintain Personal health minimums - Bathing, eating and skincare are very important!

A Personal Note from Robin

I strongly suggest that the reader follow these instructions. Do not let this article prevent you from doing more: use this list as a starting point!

A Personal Note from Robin

I don't want this to become a heated or political debate about COVID-19. I am will just say, "Follow the advice of your doctor and/or the CDC. Practice personal quarantine if you can, social distancing if you can't. Wear PPE (Personal Protection Equipment). When you remove your face mask, wash your hands to remove anything that might be on the outside of your mask, which might have prevented "bugs" from entering your body.

Excerpt from Robin Roberts' Technical resume

"Durrum Instruments 1972 to 1974

As the Director of Field Service Engineering, I (Robin Roberts) affected the installation of Amino-acid Analysis equipment in the United States and abroad; performed on-site service & preventative maintenance; taught medical and research personnel h= ow to prepare hemorheological samples for analysis in hospital and research= laboratory environments; taught classes on use and maintenance of the equipment. I worked with design engineers to improve speed, accuracy, and performance. As an outcome of my work at Durrum, the company received multiple patents and the Nobel Peace Prize for Medical Research in the field of RNA/DNA genetic research and engineering."

• See the [D[urrum D-500]] article on SM-201
• If you go to the <history page> of the Wikipedia article listed below, you will see that I am the original author of the Wikipedia article in 2007.

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