During a global pandemic, one of the cheapest, easiest, and most important ways to prevent the spread of a virus is to wash your hands frequently with soap and water.
Dr. Fortuno said that since the virus can survive on surfaces for hours, “it is important that simply washing our hands with soap and water is a major way for flu prevention.”
Steam cleaners are versatile appliances for sprucing up many surfaces throughout the home, indoors and out. Here are just a few little-known uses for this handy gadget.
It’s worth knowing, however, that HEPA filters designed for home use have no widely accepted definition of good performance, so quality may vary across products. They also need to be replaced according to the manufacturer’s guidelines.
