Using copper to prevent the spread of respiratory viruses
“Copper can effectively help to prevent the spread of respiratory viruses, which are linked to severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) and Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS), new research shows. “
Here is a link to the article if you wish to read further: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/11/151110102147.htm
A conclusion from a 2015 study has found:
“Bacteria die on copper alloy surfaces in both the laboratory and the hospital rooms. “
“Greater than a 99.9% reduction in live bacteria was realized in laboratory tests.”
to further read information on the study go to : https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26163568
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