Does copper kill germs? Yes, it’s effective against COVID-19 within 4 hours
Copper can kill viruses and other germs by disrupting the protective layers of the organisms and interfering with its vital processes. A new study found that SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for the coronavirus pandemic, is no longer infectious on copper within 4 hours, whereas it can survive on plastic surfaces for 72 hours. Copper has many […]
- John Kim
- June 11, 2020
Copper’s Virus-Killing Powers Were Known Even to the Ancients
The SARS-CoV-2 virus endures for days on plastic or metal but disintegrates soon after landing on copper surfaces. Here’s why When researchers reported last month that the novel coronavirus causing the COVID-19 pandemic survives for days on glass and stainless steel but dies within hours after landing on copper, the only thing that surprised Bill […]
- John Kim
- June 11, 2020
Copper is great at killing superbugs – so why don’t hospitals use it?
Fantasilandia in Chile, one of Latin America’s largest theme parks, has replaced its most frequently touched surfaces with copper to help reduce the spread of germs and protect the health of its visitors. But why? Because copper and its alloys exhibit impressive antibacterial, antiviral and anti-fungal properties. Copper has been exploited for health purposes since ancient times. Egyptian […]
- John Kim
- June 11, 2020
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