Viruses

How Long Can Germs Survive on Surfaces?

April 29, 2020 by Michael Edwards
Last updated on: April 29, 2020

More specifically, how long do bacteria and viruses live on surfaces at home under normal interior temperatures? It’s complicated. Some microbes could survive on household surfaces like telephones, door handles, countertops, and stair railings for centuries if left undisturbed. But… [read]

Coronavirus – Your Guide to the CoVID-19 Pandemic

March 17, 2020 by Michael Edwards
Last updated on: April 8, 2020

Coronavirus is a well-known pathogen that primarily targets the human respiratory system. Previous outbreaks of coronaviruses (CoVs) include the “severe acute respiratory syndrome,” (SARS, SARS-CoV) from 2003 and the “Middle East respiratory syndrome,” (MERS, MERS-CoV) from 2012. The coronavirus may… [read]