How can you protect yourself against airborne transmission of the COVID-19 virus?

In a statement published on July 13, 2020, on the United Nations website, the World Health Organization (WHO) confirmed “the risk of airborne transmission of the virus.” This announcement came after 200 scientists sounded the alarm. “We recognize that evidence is emerging in this area, as in other areas concerning the COVID-19 virus and the pandemic. Therefore, we must be open to this possibility and understand its implications for the mode of transmission and the precautions that must be taken,” Benedetta Allegranzi, WHO Technical Lead for Infection Prevention and Control, had previously noted during a press conference on July 7.

As the summer of 2020 is in full swing, and with emergency physician Patrice Pelloux citing the preventive wearing of masks in France—everywhere and at all times—as a public health measure to “halt the resurgence of the epidemic, ” the risk is all the more significant in enclosed indoor spaces, where a professional air purifier can prove to be a useful ally depending on the environment. Here’s why.

Original article published on February 28, 2020 – Updated on July 29, 2020

Face masks against COVID-19: a simple habit!

Surgical masks, which are intended for medical use, are generally worn in operating rooms and are designed to prevent the transmission of bacteria or viruses from the surgeon to the patient. We know that the COVID-19 coronavirus spreads much like the flu, from person to person, through contact or airborne transmission.

Surgical masks are particularly suitable for people suspected of being infected, as they help limit the risk of transmission.However,they must be replaced every 3 hours and must never be reused. It is therefore necessary to use at least a Type II medical mask that complies with the NF EN 14683 standard. 

As a preventive measure, masks can act as a barrier against the virus, especially if you’ve been exposed in a public place; however, you should opt for at least FFP2-rated masks, which can be uncomfortable to wear for long periods and are generally reserved for healthcare workers. It’s also important to ensure they’re properly positioned on your face and to replace them regularly.

Professional air purifiers against the coronavirus: are they effective?

First and foremost, it is important to distinguish between residential air purifiers and commercial air purifiers. Air pollution consists of a mixture of particles, gases, chemical compounds, and microorganisms that vary greatly from one environment to another, with concentration levels per cubic meter that can sometimes be very high. A residential air purifier may prove completely ineffective in an environment with specific pollutants at high concentrations, as a residential environment generally contains far fewer pollutants than a medical or professional setting (workshop, hair salon, open-plan office, school, etc.).

 

It is also important to consider vulnerable, exposed, or at-risk individuals (the elderly, children, pregnant women, people with weakened immune systems, or those with cancer, etc.). Whenever the situation poses health risks, choosing a professional-grade air purifier is essential.

EOLIS Air Manager: The most comprehensive professional air purifier on the market!

The EOLIS Air Manager professional air purifier is the most comprehensive device on the market. The EOLIS Air Manager combines all the most reliable technologies, without compromise. It is the French professional air purifier designed for all complex health situations. In particular, it effectively reduces the spread of airborne viruses, including coronaviruses such as COVID-19, thanks to its unique combination of technologies:

• a virucidal and biocidal prefilter certified to ISO 18184:2019 and NF G39-011
• A medical-grade HEPA filter certified to EN1822-4, with an efficiency of up to 99.97% against coronaviruses measuring ~120–150 nm, such as COVID-19. Each filter is manufactured in France and comes with a unique certificate detailing its airtightness test results. It is manually inspected and numbered for traceability. EOLIS Air Manager measures and displays the filter’s actual wear in real time to ensure optimal filtration (patented feature).
• OSRAM PURITEC® HNS® germicidal UV-C lamps. These lamps are specifically designed for use in hospitals and deliver consistent performance throughout their entire service life
• The exclusive Controlled Active Oxygen®technology (available only on the EOLIS Air Manager 600S and 1200S) complements the filtration system and enhances its virus-killing action

“EOLIS Air Manager reduces exposure to the COVID-19 coronavirus when it is present in the air. It addresses the current situation and helps protect the public from the global pandemic. It is particularly beneficial in medical settings to prevent cross-contamination and in the workplace to protect employees and keep operations running.”

Our HEPA filters, manufactured in France, rigorously inspected by hand, and individually certified to the European standard EN 1822-4, are essential to ensuring quality and high efficiency.

EOLIS Air Manager is also the first and only air purifier to have been verified for performance and safety under theEnvironmental Technology Verification (ETV) program led by the European Commission.

Starting in January 2020, NatéoSanté professional air purifiers to China, destined for hospitals in Wuhan. Once the first wave had passed in the spring, the team at NatéoSanté remains committed to ensuring “clean, healthy air for everyone.” The company hopes that the concerted efforts of all professionals will help eradicate this virus until a vaccine becomes available.