{"id":2647,"date":"2023-02-23T16:54:00","date_gmt":"2023-02-23T16:54:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.initial.co.uk\/blog\/?p=2647"},"modified":"2026-02-02T08:10:27","modified_gmt":"2026-02-02T08:10:27","slug":"defend-against-viruses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.initial.co.uk\/blog\/defend-against-viruses\/","title":{"rendered":"Defend against viruses"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Research suggests that the air we breathe is teeming with over <a href=\"https:\/\/www.livescience.com\/9469-air-breathe-loaded-microbes.html\">1,800 different types of bacteria, spores and other pathogens.<\/a> Most of these microbes are completely harmless, and don&#8217;t have any impact on our health at all. However, there are pathogens that professionals need to be aware of, such as viruses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are enveloped and non-enveloped viruses?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many different classes of virus in our world, all of which have their own unique characteristics. One of the most well-known distinctions between virus types is whether they are enveloped or non-enveloped.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Enveloped viruses feature an outer protective lipid membrane as part of their structure, and are <a href=\"https:\/\/virologyresearchservices.com\/2022\/05\/22\/enveloped-vs-non-enveloped-viruses\/\">typically less virulent than non-enveloped viruses<\/a>. <a href=\"https:\/\/virologyresearchservices.com\/2022\/05\/22\/enveloped-vs-non-enveloped-viruses\/\">This isn\u2019t to mean that they aren\u2019t a concern, however, and some examples are influenza, HIV and human coronaviruses<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Non-enveloped viruses differ in structure, and while they don\u2019t have a lipid membrane, they may have other protective defences. This <a href=\"https:\/\/virologyresearchservices.com\/2022\/05\/22\/enveloped-vs-non-enveloped-viruses\/\">structure actually ensures they are more infectious<\/a>. Additionally, non-enveloped viruses have been found to be more <a href=\"https:\/\/virologyresearchservices.com\/2022\/05\/22\/enveloped-vs-non-enveloped-viruses\/\">resilient against high temperatures, extreme pH and generic cleaning solutions<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.initial.co.uk\/blog\/norovirus-spotlight\/\">Norovirus<\/a> <\/strong>and rhinovirus (the common cold) are non-enveloped viruses. While these typically lead to mild illnesses, they may also result in serious complications, especially among the most vulnerable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.initial.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/New-Blog-Image-900x600-36.jpg\" alt=\"hand sanitiser dispenser \" class=\"wp-image-2649\" style=\"width:840px;height:560px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.initial.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/New-Blog-Image-900x600-36.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.initial.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/New-Blog-Image-900x600-36-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.initial.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/New-Blog-Image-900x600-36-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hand sanitiser can fail to protect the hands from some viruses if not made of the right ingredients.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why are viruses such a concern?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>What makes viruses such a challenge in healthcare settings is their resilience and ability to spread. Depending on their structure, they may quickly infect multiple individuals, making patients sick and spreading among members of staff, which could even lead to downtime for the practice if staff are unable to work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plus, their ability to survive against infection control solutions is concerning. For instance, many people have integrated hand sanitiser stations into their practices, but did you know that hand sanitiser can be ineffective against viruses such as norovirus if it doesn\u2019t have the right ingredients? As such, it\u2019s important to consider the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.initial.co.uk\/medical\/infection-control\/\"><strong>cleaning products and other hygiene solutions<\/strong><\/a> that you\u2019re using in your practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.initial.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/New-Blog-Image-900x600-37.jpg\" alt=\"UltraProtect&#x2122; hand sanitiser \" class=\"wp-image-2650\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.initial.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/New-Blog-Image-900x600-37.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.initial.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/New-Blog-Image-900x600-37-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.initial.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/New-Blog-Image-900x600-37-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"> UltraProtect&#x2122; Hand Sanitiser removes 99.99% of pathogens whilst being kind to the skin.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to look for in cleaning solutions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One good place to start is to look at how effective products are at deactivating or eliminating pathogens. Ideally, you want a product with a kill rate of at least 99.99%.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should also think about how versatile your cleaning solutions are. Viruses are adaptable, and their individual structures dictate how long they survive outside the body. For instance, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/hiv-aids\/hiv-live-outside-body\">HIV loses its ability to infect others typically within a few hours<\/a>, whereas <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/viral-gastroenteritis\/expert-answers\/stomach-flu\/faq-20057899#:~:text=Norovirus%20can%20survive%20for%20months,norovirus%20are%20in%20clinical%20trials\">norovirus can linger and remain infectious on surfaces for months<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You also need to consider hand hygiene and how this impacts cross contamination possibilities. One trusted way to enhance hand hygiene in every setting is to introduce a high-quality hand sanitiser.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Help to ensure everyone is protected against pathogens with <strong>UltraProtect&#x2122; Hand Sanitiser<\/strong> from Initial Medical. This solution removes 99.99% of pathogens and has been especially formulated to be kind to the skin, making it ideal for repeated use. As an added benefit, UltraProtect&#x2122; Hand Sanitiser offers eight hours of protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Research suggests that the air we breathe is teeming with over 1,800 different types of bacteria, spores and other pathogens. Most of these microbes are completely harmless, and don&#8217;t have any impact on our health at all. However, there are pathogens that professionals need to be aware of, such as viruses. 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