I am reposting this from Ed Westen’s blog. https://deartedandjody.wordpress.com/
Solid advice and information about what the virus actually is, and what you can do to try to fight it.
Johns Hopkins University has sent this detailed note on avoiding the contagion:
* 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, nasal or buccal mucosa, 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 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, 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.
* NO BACTERICIDE SERVES. The virus is not a living organism like bacteria; they cannot kill what is not alive with anthobiotics, but quickly disintegrate its structure with everything said.
* NEVER shake used or unused clothing, sheets or cloth. While it is 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, because it removes all the moisture and does not let it peel off and disintegrates). ), 24 hours (cardboard), 42 hours (metal) and 72 hours (plastic). But if you shake it or use a feather duster, the virus molecules float in 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, and especially 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, to disinfect and reuse 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 CANNOT go through healthy skin.
* Vinegar is NOT useful because it does not break down the protective layer of fat.
* NO SPIRITS, NOR VODKA, serve. The strongest vodka is 40% alcohol, and you need 65%.
* LISTERINE IF IT SERVES! 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 said, 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 HUMIDIFY HANDS DRY 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.
Very good information, Pete! Thank you! I am a little bit late with reading this. Otherwise, here in hometown isolation, there is no risk meeting the virus. I think Covid-19 more fears the people here. Lol Within 2700 citizens we only have one infected person. Michael
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You are very lucky, Michael. We had 1,000 more deaths in Britain yesterday.
Best wishes, Pete.
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I’m very sorry, Pete! But I am again very critical, and I doubt that there are fewer deaths in our case. It always depends on how you count. Our old people’s homes are under church or semi-state sponsorship. Well, is it dawning?
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the most useful information i’ve read thus far. thank you very much for sharing, Pete. 🙂
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Glad to help, Wilma.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Brilliant!
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I thought it was perfect information and advice. Thanks for reblogging too, I think lots of people need to read this.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Best advice!
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This is one of the best pieces of information I have read. Thanks, Pete.
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I thought so too. Very clear and informative.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Absolutely!
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Very useful info….hopefully all will heed….chuq
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Better than a lot of the complicated science we have been getting.
Thanks, chuq.
Best wishes,Pete.
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How is your wife doing? I know she works for a doctor….hope all is well chuq
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She is okay so far, chuq. We saw a report from Italy that suggests Metformin tablets might be fighting the virus, and she takes that daily for her T2 Diabetes. Let’s hope that’s true.
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Let’s hope for I take them as well…..glad to hear you guys are okay….stay safe….chuq
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I’m staying at home except for hikes on Sunday. I do wash my hands often, but I don’t have anything with alcohol in it. I do have some hydrogen peroxide, however. This is a good list, Pete. I’m probably not being quite as careful as I should be, but so far no problem.
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Your desert climate helps a lot, David. I thought this was very good information, and clearly explained.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Thank you for sharing this information Pete. Right now, things are tough for all of us, but I know deep down, all of us are going to get through this. Anyway, keep up the great work as always.
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Thanks, John. This was good information, and clearly explained.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Good you shared this. (I would’ve but you reach many more people than I do!)
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I liked the commonsense explanation. I hope others reblog it.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Thanks, Pete. This is useful info.
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I though so, Mary. Clearly explained too.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Good info!
Thank you!
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This is the best information I have seen so far, Margie.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Thanks, Jeanne. I left a comment, but it’s probably in Spam. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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Thanks for sharing the information. And yes, your comment was in my spam.
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I have been ‘Spam attacked’! 🙂
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Great information, Pete. Thanks for sharing. And so “dehumidified, dry, warm and bright environments” — I’m living in the right spot! We just had a talk about this in the family. That living in Arizona might kill the virus faster than if we lived in a northern climate. We’ll see.
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I hope that’s true for you, dear Cindy. And you get to admire mountains and cactus too! 🙂
Best wishes, Pete. x
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This is super useful info. Thank you very much for sharing !
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Thanks, Ren. I think this is the most sensible information I have seen so far.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Fantastic information Pete!
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Really good to find this on Ed’s site.
Thanks, Kim.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Thanks Pete. keep well
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Cheers, Bobby. It hasn’t got me yet. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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