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    The air you breathe in your car or truck is potentially some of the worst you will encounter on a daily basis. The relatively small cabin volume and proximity of the driver and other passengers make for one of the highest risk environments for the transmission of an airborne disease. Opening windows is always a … More

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    AirNow.gov - 11 month(s) ago

    AirNow is your one-stop source for air quality data. Our recently redesigned site highlights air quality in your local area first, while still providing air quality information at state, national, and world views.

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    • If you’re in US, you can check air quality forecast for your area at https://t.co/mobUbkp1UF. If you have a #CorsiRosenthalBox from #pandemic, run it! If not, here’s how to build one (you can also use a smaller fan & filters): https://t.co/u7ot3Fq5yH. #CanadaWildfire #MedTwitter

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    This prospective study compares the risk of transmission of influenza virus infection among household contacts of patients with influenza during the 2021-2022 influenza season vs before the COVID-19 pandemic influenza seasons in the US.

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    • During 21-22 #flu season, this study found ⬆️ household attack rate of 50% (i.e., if 1 person in 🏡 got flu, half the 🏡 ended up sick) vs prior 20%. We had 1 kid case in our 🏡 with 0% 🏡 transmission. I credit 😷, #CorsiRosenthalBox & 🧼 🖐️. https://t.co/PL6ei5cDRZ #MedTwitter https://t.co/DiB0jAbTaa

    • Important CDC study, shows secondary attack rate of Flu A within households was 50% in 2021-22, vs 20% prior seasons; maybe b/c low flu exposure during pandemic. Goal: Get this kind of analysis during Flu season, when it can impact care, not a year later. https://t.co/T1BqKBiTzy

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    The best strategy for avoiding the Covid virus is to make indoor air as much like the outdoors as possible, experts say.

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    • 17/ Do DIY air cleaners really work? Studies show they do, and experts recommend using one if someone in your home tests positive. “We’re not helpless,” said @JimRosenthal4. “We need to provide tools that people can use right now to make things better.” https://t.co/ZlRTnABDKV

    • 16/ Got covid in your home? If possible, older people and those with weak immune systems may be safest temporarily moving in with a friend or neighbor, says @priya4genes. Omicron variants are incredibly infectious. https://t.co/ZlRTnABDKV

    • 12/ Portable air cleaners with HEPA filters can be expensive. But you can make your own DIY air cleaner for about $100. Studies show they work as well/better than more expensive models. @JimRosenthal4 @CorsIAQ #CorsiRosenthalBox @KHNews #Thread https://t.co/ZlRTnABDKV

    • Covid-proofing your home: Place a box fan in the window, facing *outward* to draw germy air outside. Seal any openings around the sides of the fan, said @JimRosenthal4. Stuff towels under door, making a negative-pressure room. 7/ https://t.co/ZlRTnABDKV

    • @CDCgov recommends isolating Covid patients for at least 5 days, preferably in a separate room with access to their own bathroom, as well as diligent mask-wearing for both patient and caregiver. 2/ https://t.co/ZlRTnABDKV

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    Air filtration has become an important tool in fighting the spread of Covid-19. The disease is spread by aerosolized particles that can linger in the air for some time before settling. Masks help prevent the particles from entering the air we share with others – air filters are a good way of dealing with the viral material that finds its way into the air…

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