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Pencil-Sized Plasma Gun Aims to Sanitize Spacewear
space-and-spaceflight11 hours ago

Pencil-Sized Plasma Gun Aims to Sanitize Spacewear

A University of Alabama in Huntsville team has developed a pencil-sized cold-plasma “laundry gun” that blasts fabrics with a plasma jet to kill bacteria and odors, potentially keeping astronauts’ clothes cleaner in space. While proof-of-concept and small-scale, the technology could one day sterilize spacesuits and tools for long missions; researchers plan to increase the device size and add filters to reduce ozone byproducts as they work toward practical use in space.

via Gizmodo|
#astronaut-health#microbiology#plasma-physics
Norovirus sickens 102 aboard Caribbean Princess as cruise tightens sanitation measures
world18 days ago

Norovirus sickens 102 aboard Caribbean Princess as cruise tightens sanitation measures

A norovirus outbreak sickened 102 passengers and 13 crew on the Caribbean Princess during the April 28–May 11 voyage; the CDC identified norovirus as the cause and sick individuals were isolated with stool samples tested. The cruise line implemented enhanced sanitation, no self-serve buffets, more hand-washing stations, and a comprehensive disinfection planned for Port Canaveral before the next voyage. Passengers described life aboard as largely normal despite precautions.

via NBC News|
#caribbean-princess#cdc#cruise-ship
Gaza refugee camps brace for summer surge in skin infections
world22 days ago

Gaza refugee camps brace for summer surge in skin infections

The UN warns that crowded Gaza refugee camps are experiencing a sharp rise in skin infections as summer approaches, driven by heat, overcrowding, and a blocking of medical supplies. Outbreaks include scabies and chickenpox, with children particularly affected; in 2024, about 150,000 Gazans were affected. Health efforts are hampered by the blockade, shortages of medications and hygiene products, and difficulties disinfecting tents, prompting appeals for greater access to essential supplies to avert a larger public health emergency.

via Al Jazeera|
#gaza#refugee-camps#sanitation
GI Outbreaks Hit Five Washoe County Elementary Campuses, Echo Loder Affected
local-news26 days ago

GI Outbreaks Hit Five Washoe County Elementary Campuses, Echo Loder Affected

The Washoe County School District reports gastrointestinal illness outbreaks at five elementary schools—Libby Booth, Rita Cannan, Caughlin Ranch, Natchez, and Jerry Whitehead—with one Echo Loder Elementary classroom affected; heightened sanitation procedures have been put in place and families have been notified via Connect Ed with information on symptoms and exclusion guidelines.

via KTVN|
#elementary-schools#gastrointestinal-illness#local-news
Ghana Launches Cholera Vaccination Campaign in Central Region
health1 year ago

Ghana Launches Cholera Vaccination Campaign in Central Region

Ghana has launched a cholera vaccination campaign in the Central Region's Awutu Senya East to combat a recent outbreak that resulted in 2,385 suspected cases and 21 deaths. The month-long initiative aims to vaccinate over 150,000 people, focusing on areas with high case numbers and poor sanitation. The campaign may expand to other regions post-elections. Health officials emphasize the importance of hygiene and safe water access to prevent further spread, while the WHO highlights cholera as a marker of social inequality and underdevelopment.

via GhanaWeb|
#cholera#ghana#health
NYC Implements New Trash Rules for Most Residential Buildings
local-news1 year ago

NYC Implements New Trash Rules for Most Residential Buildings

New York City has implemented a new rule requiring residential buildings with nine or fewer units to use secure-lidded bins for trash collection, as part of Mayor Eric Adams' initiative to reduce curbside trash bags and rat infestations. This affects 88% of the city's buildings, with fines for non-compliance starting in January. The move follows a similar mandate for businesses and aims to containerize 70% of the city's trash, with plans for larger buildings underway. Standardized bins will become mandatory in 2026.

via Gothamist|
#local-news#mayor-eric-adams#new-york-city
NYC Enforces New Garbage Rules with Mandatory Trash Bins
local-news1 year ago

NYC Enforces New Garbage Rules with Mandatory Trash Bins

New York City is implementing a mandatory garbage rule requiring all properties with one to nine residential units to use secure, leak-proof bins of 55 gallons or less for trash disposal starting November 12. This initiative aims to reduce rat activity and improve street cleanliness. Non-compliance will result in fines starting January 2025. Official NYC bins are available for purchase online and at Home Depot stores. The move has sparked some public criticism over costs, but the city emphasizes the bins' affordability and safety benefits.

via amNY|
#garbage#local-news#nyc
"Confronting New York City's Absurd Trash Problem"
urban-infrastructure2 years ago

"Confronting New York City's Absurd Trash Problem"

New York City's trash problem is a result of historical decisions and urban density, with trash bags piled on sidewalks attracting rats and straining sanitation workers. The city plans to shift to containerized trash collection, but faces challenges in finding space for containers and balancing competing demands for curb space. The proposed plan involves using wheelie bins for smaller residences and large stationary containers for big apartment buildings, while midsize buildings present a challenge. The city's plan aims to balance the need for cleaner streets with the complexities of New York's diverse urban landscape, but critics argue that the focus on rats overlooks opportunities to rethink the city's streetscape and reduce overall waste.

via The New York Times|
#new-york-city#sanitation#trash-collection
"Family Dollar Hit with $41.6M Fine for Rodent-Infested Warehouse"
business2 years ago

"Family Dollar Hit with $41.6M Fine for Rodent-Infested Warehouse"

Family Dollar, owned by Dollar Tree, has agreed to pay $41.6 million after more than 1,200 dead rodents, feces, urine, and dead birds were found in its Arkansas distribution center, leading to the closure of stores in multiple states. The chain was charged with holding FDA-regulated products in insanitary conditions and has entered a plea agreement. U.S. Attorney Jonathan D. Ross expressed disbelief that Family Dollar continued to ship unsafe products despite knowing about the rodent and pest issues at its distribution center.

via PennLive|
#business#distribution-center#dollar-tree
"NYC's Future Waste Management: Containerization and Rat Mitigation Expansion"
technology2 years ago

"NYC's Future Waste Management: Containerization and Rat Mitigation Expansion"

New York City unveiled a prototype of a new side-loading garbage truck designed to lift large trash containers, part of a move toward trash containerization to reduce the presence of garbage bags on city streets. The truck, equipped with Italian technology, will accommodate larger European-style trash containers, necessitating an overhaul of the city's trash collection operation and significant financial investment. Mayor Eric Adams has prioritized addressing the city's waste management issues as part of his efforts to improve quality of life.

via The New York Times|
#eric-adams#garbage-truck#new-york-city
Minneapolis to Clear Camp Nenookaasi Locations After Stomach Flu Outbreak
health2 years ago

Minneapolis to Clear Camp Nenookaasi Locations After Stomach Flu Outbreak

Minneapolis plans to clear a second location of the Camp Nenookaasi homeless encampment due to a viral gastroenteritis outbreak, with 20-30 reported cases and one hospitalization. The city's epidemiology team is monitoring the situation, and sanitation supplies have been provided. Camp organizers have been working to address health concerns, but city officials cite public health risks as a reason for closure. The city is considering dedicating land for a healing center, but the timing of the closure remains uncertain.

via KSTP|
#health#homeless-encampment#minneapolis