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  2. Medical textiles - Wikipedia

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    Chitosan, a natural polymer that is biocompatible, non-allergenic, biodegradable, and non-toxic, was also looked at for its antiviral properties. The chitosan-based compound also shows efficacy against severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 and cotton fabrics treated with copper along with chitosan and citric acid. The treated material ...

  3. Shortages related to the COVID-19 pandemic - Wikipedia

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    In early March, the UK government supported a strategy to develop herd immunity to COVID-19, drawing criticism from medical personnel and researchers. [105] Spooked by wildly exaggerated forecasts by the Imperial College COVID-19 Response Team [ 106 ] that the demand for intensive care beds would exceed the inventory by 7.5, [ 107 ] around 16 ...

  4. Microplastics and human health - Wikipedia

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    Inhalation is a critical but understudied route of MNP exposure, with airborne MNPs originating from urban dust, synthetic fibers from textiles, rubber tires, and household plastic items. [ 43 ] [ 10 ] These airborne particles may become suspended in the air due to wave action in aquatic environments or the spread of wastewater treatment sludge ...

  5. These cleaners kill coronavirus: Lysol, Clorox, Purell ...

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    Killing coronavirus: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has released a list of disinfectants and wipes to protect against spread of the coronavirus.

  6. Tyvek - Wikipedia

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    Tyvek coveralls, coats or bodysuits are often used during pandemics, for example in the 2013–2016 Western African Ebola virus epidemic, and in the COVID-19 pandemic, to protect health care workers from infection. [36] [37] The Tyvek suits which are most frequently used during the COVID-19 pandemic are sold between $5-$15 USD per piece. [38]

  7. The Best Vegetarian Protein to Buy at Costco, According to ...

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    “Black beans are a great example of a single food that promotes heart health, blood sugar balance and even a stronger gut microbiome,” says Alyssa Simpson, RDN, CGN, CLT, an Arizona-based ...

  8. List of synthetic polymers - Wikipedia

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    List of some addition polymers and their uses Polymer Abbreviation Properties Uses Low-density polyethylene: LDPE: Chemically inert, flexible, insulator: Squeeze bottles, toys, flexible pipes, insulation cover (electric wires), six-pack rings, etc. High-density polyethylene: HDPE: Inert, thermally stable, tough and high tensile strength

  9. Today’s NYT ‘Strands’ Hints, Spangram and Answers for Tuesday ...

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    For every 3 non-theme words you find, you earn a hint. Hints show the letters of a theme word. If there is already an active hint on the board, a hint will show that word’s letter order.