September 23, 2021
Indoor air quality has quickly become an important aspect of our health, in no small part due to the coronavirus pandemic. As studies about airborne hazards continue to find irritants and allergens that may leave us more susceptible to contract respiratory diseases, it’s becoming more and more important to understand how to protect oneself. Here […]
August 3, 2021
Despite vaccination rates increasing and life returning to a more normalized state, a new strain of COVID-19 has hit the scene: the Delta variant. You’ve probably heard about it in the news by now, but in case you haven’t, the Delta variant is a mutated version of the virus causing COVID-19. It originated in India […]
July 26, 2021
Experiencing a tragedy in the home or business, such as a homicide, suicide, or unattended death, takes an extreme emotional toll on people in the vicinity. Aftermath Services uses science-based procedures and equipment to clean and disinfect these environments in order to remove the physical remnants of a tragedy, but every so often a new […]
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 […]