Disrupting the Transmission of Influenza A: Face Masks and Ultraviolet Light as Control Measures
Identifieur interne : 000648 ( Pmc/Corpus ); précédent : 000647; suivant : 000649Disrupting the Transmission of Influenza A: Face Masks and Ultraviolet Light as Control Measures
Auteurs : Martin Meyer Weiss ; Peter D. Weiss ; Danielle E. Weiss ; Joseph B. WeissSource :
- American Journal of Public Health [ 0090-0036 ] ; 2007.
Abstract
In the event of an influenza pandemic, where effective vaccine and antiviral drugs may be lacking, disrupting environmental transmission of the influenza virus will be the only viable strategy to protect the public. We discuss 2 such modalities, respirators (face masks) and ultraviolet (UV) light. Largely overlooked, the potential utility of each is underappreciated. The effectiveness of disposable face masks may be increased by sealing the edges of the mask to the face. Reusable masks should be stockpiled, because the supply of disposable masks will likely prove inadequate. UV light, directed overhead, may be beneficial in hospitals and nursing homes.
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DOI: 10.2105/AJPH.2006.096214
PubMed: 17413061
PubMed Central: 1854994
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<front><div type="abstract" xml:lang="en"><p>In the event of an influenza pandemic, where effective vaccine and antiviral drugs may be lacking, disrupting environmental transmission of the influenza virus will be the only viable strategy to protect the public. We discuss 2 such modalities, respirators (face masks) and ultraviolet (UV) light. Largely overlooked, the potential utility of each is underappreciated. The effectiveness of disposable face masks may be increased by sealing the edges of the mask to the face. Reusable masks should be stockpiled, because the supply of disposable masks will likely prove inadequate. UV light, directed overhead, may be beneficial in hospitals and nursing homes.</p>
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<author-notes><corresp><italic>Requests for reprints should be sent to Martin Weiss, Veterans Administration, 16111 Plummer St, Sepulveda, CA 90143 (e-mail: <email>martin.weiss@med.va.gov</email>
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