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Simple explanation from a leading professor of infectious diseases

A leading Professor in infectious diseases at the world-renowned Johns Hopkins University in the US sent this information as an excellent summary to help avoid contagion. 

I share it with you because it is very clear:

·        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 mucous, 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 through 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 in pure form and this would damage your skin.

·        BACTERICIDE DOES NOT WORK. The virus is not a living organism like bacteria; we cannot kill what is not alive with antibiotics, but we can quickly disintegrate its structure with everything in the previous points.

·        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 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 environments like air conditioners in houses and cars. It also needs 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, as UV light also breaks down collagen (which is protein) in the skin, eventually causing wrinkles and skin cancer.

·        The virus CANNOT travel through healthy skin.

·        Vinegar is NOT useful because it does not break down the protective layer of fat.

·        NO SPIRITS, NOR VODKA, work. The strongest vodka is 40% alcohol, and you need 65%.

·        LISTERINE MAY WORK If 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 important;  you have to wash your hands before and after touching mucous, food, locks, knobs, switches, remote control, cell phone, watches, computers, desks, TV, etc. And when using the bathroom.

·        Its important to use hand cream on DRY HANDS. Much washing creates micro cracks and the virus molecules can hide in there. The thicker the moisturizer, the better.

·        Also keep your NAILS SHORT so that the virus does not hide there.