In vitro efficacy of a copper iodine complex PPE disinfectant for SARS-CoV-2 inactivation.

ABSTRACT: Background: The ability to protect workers and healthcare professionals from infection by SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), is of great concern. Hospitals, nursing homes and employers are adopting infection control strategies based on guidance from leading public health organizations such as the CDC, OSHA, FDA, and other government bodies. Certain hard surface disinfectants are effective against SARS-CoV-2 but are not suitable for use on skin or personal protective equipment (PPE) that comes into contact with skin. Furthermore, near-ubiquitous alcohol-based hand sanitizers are acceptable for use on skin, but they are not suitable for use on PPE. PPE, especially masks, are also commonly being used for longer durations than normal. There is a need

SUBMITTER: Mantlo E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7569480 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature