June 8, 2021
How Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Affects Illnesses It has been concluded by the scientific community that those with underlying conditions such as chronic lung diseases, heart disease, diabetes, and more, are at risk of developing more serious illness if they catch COVID-19. But what is seldom discussed is that indoor air pollution, which impacts people […]
May 25, 2021
By now we all know that the main mode of coronavirus transmission is by aerosols and airborne droplets in close proximity. Although most are aware of the importance of wearing protective facemasks, as vaccinations become more widely available and businesses begin to reopen, there also needs to be an emphasis on ventilation and air purification. […]
May 21, 2021
About 20% of Americans pass away at home every year. If living alone, this is called an unattended death, an often overlooked situation that can not only impact loved ones but also those living in close proximity to the deceased. Ana Cardenas, a woman renting an apartment in El Paso found out first-hand how an […]
April 21, 2021
Imagine living in a submarine or space station. The air would get very stale very quickly. Fortunately, buildings can get rid of stale air just by exchanging it with outdoor air, which can be accomplished by doing something as simple as opening a window. As straightforward as this sounds, many questions abound including “how should […]
April 19, 2021
April 18–24, 2021 marks the 40th Anniversary of Crime Victims’ Rights Week. Aftermath Services is joining the Office of Victims Crimes (OVC) in its effort to inspire local communities and to raise awareness of victims’ rights by promoting this year’s NCVRW theme—Support Victims. Build Trust. Engage Communities. Crime Victim Compensation & Resources Crime victim […]
April 19, 2021
How COVID Spreads through the Air Doctors and scientists will often simplify real-world complexities in order to present an easy to understand and clear public health message. Simplifying these complexities may leave out crucial details that have life and death consequences. The controversy surrounding airborne transmission of COVID-19 is one such example. The simple message […]
April 14, 2021
As more businesses are returning employees to the workplace, there is a growing need in creating and verifying a safe and healthy work environment. When many employees left offices last year, there was more emphasis on surface disinfection. In light of recent CDC briefings and scientific findings, there is now a greater understanding of the […]
April 8, 2021
As vaccinations continue to increase in availability and businesses start to re-open, it’s still as important as ever to ensure the safety of your workers, patrons, and their families. On March 12, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) released new guidelines called the National Emphasis Program (NEP), which enforces COVID-19 guidelines, “on companies that […]
March 3, 2021
Biohazards often present dangers unseen to the human eye. You may not think much about it, but blood spillage is a common biohazard because bloodborne pathogens such as MRSA, HIV, and Hepatitis B & C viruses can be present, and transmitted through blood. This begs the question: when do I need a biohazard professional? When […]
February 9, 2021
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has recently published additional COVID-19 guidelines for the protection of workers. In the newly released guidance, OSHA details the different levels of remediation that should occur in the event of a confirmed case of COVID-19 in the workplace. The updated guidance reflects developments in scientific research, best practices […]