Corona virus etc. and handwash.
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Corona virus etc. and handwash.
Hi,
The virus is very serious and going worldwide.
Recent news indicates handwash/ disinfectant may be or become in short supply.
Some handwashes etc. contain antibiotics which I believe are ineffectual against viruses.
The web says the main ingredient is ethyl alcohol!
A popular 'disinfectant' in Australia contains 60% w/w (not maybe the same as ABV) of ethanol.
So you have the makings to hand. And more or less for free.
Geoff
The virus is very serious and going worldwide.
Recent news indicates handwash/ disinfectant may be or become in short supply.
Some handwashes etc. contain antibiotics which I believe are ineffectual against viruses.
The web says the main ingredient is ethyl alcohol!
A popular 'disinfectant' in Australia contains 60% w/w (not maybe the same as ABV) of ethanol.
So you have the makings to hand. And more or less for free.
Geoff
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I prefer to let my ethanol wash my hands from the inside out. (we need a hic emoji)
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Our supermarket has run out, so I'm planning on making some out of foreshots, aloe gel, manuka and lavender. I only need the manuka, but I've been too busy to get on my bike and go and get some.
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Someone just gave me 75 Kg of white sugar.....with it and a 3 inch boka I should be able to make a fair bit of hand wash...
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I've seen aloe vera gel online ( 'Coles online' ) at $9.40 Australian for 100 grams.
Does that look expensive?
Geoff
Does that look expensive?
Geoff
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It's expensive if you already have an aloe vera in your garden. Unfortunately, mine has disappeared and I hadn't noticed
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Local shortages maybe, but I doubt that there will be anything widespread or prolonged; its easy to make.
Stuff you buy I'm the store is 70%, sanitizer at the hospital is substantially more potent as it contains additional antimicrobials which make them way more effective with hard to kill critters.
That said, just simply washing your hands and avoiding touching your face/mouth will do most of the job.
Stuff you buy I'm the store is 70%, sanitizer at the hospital is substantially more potent as it contains additional antimicrobials which make them way more effective with hard to kill critters.
That said, just simply washing your hands and avoiding touching your face/mouth will do most of the job.
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Rubbing alcohol can be bought at Walmart in two different percentages. Don't forget your spray disinfectants (lysol or equiv). It would not hurt to have some expectorant and decongestants on hand, as well as a pain reliever, (besides ethanol) just in case you or a family member becomes ill. It's good to have this stuff on hand anyway.
You can get real sudafed here at the drugstore if you ask the pharmacy, just dont ask for ten boxes, they may think your making meth, especially if you look like meth head.
Large bottles of hand sanitizer (32 ounce) can be bought at Walmart as well.
Don't forget about bleach, it will kill near about anything. Don't drink it straight, it burns going down, so my ex told me.
Stock up on ammo as well for coronabies which are coming back to life approx. two weeks after death. lol
Just don't panic, and don't tell people what your doing to prep, so there are big rushes on stores before yo get your needed long term supplies. Information/Operations Security.
You can get real sudafed here at the drugstore if you ask the pharmacy, just dont ask for ten boxes, they may think your making meth, especially if you look like meth head.
Large bottles of hand sanitizer (32 ounce) can be bought at Walmart as well.
Don't forget about bleach, it will kill near about anything. Don't drink it straight, it burns going down, so my ex told me.
Stock up on ammo as well for coronabies which are coming back to life approx. two weeks after death. lol
Just don't panic, and don't tell people what your doing to prep, so there are big rushes on stores before yo get your needed long term supplies. Information/Operations Security.
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you fellas been drinking too much. you're starting to sound paranoid.
I finally quit drinking for good.
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now i drink for evil.
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+ 1 HDNB
Hand wash or not, if you are to get it, no amount of hand washing will stop it..
And let's not forget, this man made virus is just an experiment by the world leader on how they can reduce and better control the mass..
Does it matter if it a virus in China or a President in Venezuela.. it all about the thing.. how much will the mass tolerate before they raise up against them..
In the end it really does not matter, cause we all have to go one day.. so why worry about that day..
Enjoy today, and let tomorrow be tomorrow for whatever it may be as it may never come..
Mars
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Re: Corona virus etc. and handwash.
But antimicrobials are ineffective against a virus (though of course good against germs).Expat wrote: ↑Thu Feb 27, 2020 4:34 am Local shortages maybe, but I doubt that there will be anything widespread or prolonged; its easy to make.
Stuff you buy I'm the store is 70%, sanitizer at the hospital is substantially more potent as it contains additional antimicrobials which make them way more effective with hard to kill critters.
That said, just simply washing your hands and avoiding touching your face/mouth will do most of the job.
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Working with numerous Chinese suppliers,,, I don't care about.
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You're thinking of antibiotics, alcohol is actually pretty effective at stripping the outer sheething of viruses. A few other chemicals add killing power.The Baker wrote: ↑Thu Feb 27, 2020 8:53 amBut antimicrobials are ineffective against a virus (though of course good against germs).Expat wrote: ↑Thu Feb 27, 2020 4:34 am Local shortages maybe, but I doubt that there will be anything widespread or prolonged; its easy to make.
Stuff you buy I'm the store is 70%, sanitizer at the hospital is substantially more potent as it contains additional antimicrobials which make them way more effective with hard to kill critters.
That said, just simply washing your hands and avoiding touching your face/mouth will do most of the job.
Geoff
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I thought 70% was best for sterility because stronger stuff evaporates too fast to work thoroughly.
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Re: Corona virus etc. and handwash.
The government here is saying wash hands for at least 20 seconds, keep hands away from eyes, nose, mouth, but right now they say their is little risk, but I would think this would depend where the you live in this country. I imagine the risk would be higher where there have been reported cases without knowledge of where it originated and who the infected came in contact with.
There is not much an individual can do apart from good hygiene and avoid groups of people and the sick if suspected of having the virus.
Right now I'm not anymore concerned with this virus as the flu, but if and when it starts spreading crazily across the country I will adjust.
There is not much an individual can do apart from good hygiene and avoid groups of people and the sick if suspected of having the virus.
Right now I'm not anymore concerned with this virus as the flu, but if and when it starts spreading crazily across the country I will adjust.
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Did you all see where they tested a dog with the virus. I think the country was S. Korea, but I'm not sure. They said it needed to be looked at more to make sure.
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There was once two scientists. Each had a different points of view. Both have left their marks on civilization...
Let’s look at the human body like a farmer would look at a piece of land, and its ability to grow crops. One farmer believes that through the use of chemicals to the soil and crops he would prevent bugs, and weeds from taking over your crops, in return this increases the farmers yield and ultimately his bottom line.
The other farmer believes that working the land, practicing things such as crop rotation resting the soil periodically will produce a crop that will be wholesome and all natural. His hard work makes his crops more desirable due to their health benefits, and he too makes a profit.
Back to the 2 scientists…One scientist believes you treat the virus, by introducing it to another controlled microorganism that stops it… The other scientist believes that you prevent the virus by increasing the hosts’ immune system…
I believe both to be right, but like the farmers one has less impact on the balance of nature. You be the judge. I’m not afraid of the Corona Virus… I am more afraid of the impact of the fear driving this news frenzy.
Let’s look at the human body like a farmer would look at a piece of land, and its ability to grow crops. One farmer believes that through the use of chemicals to the soil and crops he would prevent bugs, and weeds from taking over your crops, in return this increases the farmers yield and ultimately his bottom line.
The other farmer believes that working the land, practicing things such as crop rotation resting the soil periodically will produce a crop that will be wholesome and all natural. His hard work makes his crops more desirable due to their health benefits, and he too makes a profit.
Back to the 2 scientists…One scientist believes you treat the virus, by introducing it to another controlled microorganism that stops it… The other scientist believes that you prevent the virus by increasing the hosts’ immune system…
I believe both to be right, but like the farmers one has less impact on the balance of nature. You be the judge. I’m not afraid of the Corona Virus… I am more afraid of the impact of the fear driving this news frenzy.
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*had* some money in the stock market huh?BlackStrap wrote: ↑Fri Feb 28, 2020 8:32 am I’m not afraid of the Corona Virus… I am more afraid of the impact of the fear driving this news frenzy.
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I guess it can depend on what you read.BlackStrap wrote: ↑Fri Feb 28, 2020 8:32 am I’m not afraid of the Corona Virus… I am more afraid of the impact of the fear driving this news frenzy.
https://foreignpolicy.com/2020/02/15/co ... the-world/
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I'm not all that worried about it, almost everyone that contracts the virus recovers just fine. Almost all the deaths have been in people with weak immune systems (old, very young, sick).
Wash your hands frequently, avoid touching your face, those are the best precautions.
If it ends up that there is transmission through the air (beyond direct cough/sneeze impact), then those two become less likely to prevent infection, but still good practise.
Wash your hands frequently, avoid touching your face, those are the best precautions.
If it ends up that there is transmission through the air (beyond direct cough/sneeze impact), then those two become less likely to prevent infection, but still good practise.
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I read an article about people not wanting Corona beer because of the virus. What a bunch of morons!
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They belong to the same type of idiots who eat bats, have no hygiene and trigger viral pandemics.Eire Whiskey wrote: ↑Sat Feb 29, 2020 11:16 am I read an article about people not wanting Corona beer because of the virus. What a bunch of morons!
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YepExpat wrote: ↑Sat Feb 29, 2020 3:36 pmThey belong to the same type of idiots who eat bats, have no hygiene and trigger viral pandemics.Eire Whiskey wrote: ↑Sat Feb 29, 2020 11:16 am I read an article about people not wanting Corona beer because of the virus. What a bunch of morons!
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Historically
When a population gets too dense
Mother Nature thins it out.
When a population gets too dense
Mother Nature thins it out.
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99.9% of all life that has ever existed on earth is now extinct.
someday the planet will flush the toilet on humans too.
someday the planet will flush the toilet on humans too.
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Nuff said. Don't read that. That's about politics, not healthcare.Twisted Brick wrote: ↑Fri Feb 28, 2020 11:21 amI guess it can depend on what you read.BlackStrap wrote: ↑Fri Feb 28, 2020 8:32 am I’m not afraid of the Corona Virus… I am more afraid of the impact of the fear driving this news frenzy.
https://foreignpolicy.com/2020/02/15/co ... the-world/
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And folks: don't drink that donkey urine... ehm,,, Corona Extra, right? it's probably OK as the handwashing agent against Corona Virus but I'm not sure, though...
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I had a Corona once, years ago. I did not think much of it, but their marketing department did a good job of convincing some it was good. I'd say the same is true of Heineken, I did not like it either.
I will say this, I did not get Corona virus from drinking Corona, nor did I get Heine virus from drinking Heineken.
I will say this, I did not get Corona virus from drinking Corona, nor did I get Heine virus from drinking Heineken.
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You can make your own hand sanitizer. Neutral plus Caprylyl Glycol and Glycerin mixed to 60% ABV. Caprylyl Glycol and Glycerinare easily obtainable.
https://melmagazine.com/en-us/story/wha ... -sanitizer
https://melmagazine.com/en-us/story/wha ... -sanitizer