Copper Kills Bacteria and Viruses that Cause Infections

Many infections are transmitted by touching contaminated objects, such as the railings shown in the photo on the left. If frequently-touched surfaces, like railing and doorknobs, were made from copper alloys, they could help reduce the amount of bacteria* and viruses transferred to the hands that touch them because infectious micro-organisms are killed on copper surfaces. If you wish to help to fight the microbes that cause infectious disease in your facility, please send an email to:
cu.microbes@gmail.com.
photo by Anna Dziubinska
What is the Antimicrobial Copper Action Network?
The Antimicrobial Copper Action Network is a group of individuals with unique expertise in all aspects of antimicrobial copper ranging from laboratory research to component sourcing and installation.
The Network was formed:
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to educate and inform about the benefits of antimicrobial copper
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to facilitate the use of antimicrobial copper in the public infrastructure.
Our goal - to reduce the risk of spreading infectious diseases in public spaces. This is critically important in an era when pandemics - H1N1 influenza, SARS, MERS, and COVID-19 - threaten global health.
Our target audience is everyone who cares about the spread of infectious disease.
Healthcare:
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hospital administrators
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physicians, especially hospitalists and infectious disease specialists
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nurses, physicians assistants
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facilities managers and healthcare workers
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operators of nursing homes, assisted living facilities, outpatient clinics and surgical centers
Commercial and Public Infrastructure Construction:
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public health officials, regulators and other government officials
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public and private building contractors - office building, schools, universities, hotels, restaurants, shopping malls, sports stadiums and arenas
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engineers, interior designers and architects
Copper Industry:
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manufacturers of components made from antimicrobial copper
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the copper industry including those involved in mining and refining of copper, copper alloy manufacturers
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industry trade associations
Food Industry:
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food processing and packaging - to reduces the introduction of disease-causing microbes into foods
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animal husbandry - to reduce the need for antibiotics in animal feed.
Your Home:
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doorknobs, cabinet drawer pulls, railings, sink handles, and other frequently touched surfaces
In a recent article entitled "Copper Destroys Viruses and Bacteria" that appeared on March 18, 2020 in the online newsletter VICE, author Shayla Love asks, "Why isn't it everywhere?" (https://bit.ly/3a718e0). It is a very valid question, particularly in view of the recent COVID-19 pandemic. The article is an excellent read for anyone interested in a brief look at the story of antimicrobial copper. It includes a well-researched history of the use of copper for treating disease and infection and provides a smattering of the current research and clinical information presented here in detail.
Hear What Physicians Say About Antimicrobial Copper
Navigating the Menu Bar
The listing below is a guide to navigating the Menu Bar to enable readers to find their desired information quickly. For readers who want to:
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Learn the Basics: Go to Home and Antimicrobial Copper on the main menu bar and their drop-down pages.
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Learn the Science: Go to the Research on the main menu bar and its drop-down pages.
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Know "Is Copper Right For Me?": Go to Is Copper Right For Me on the main menu bar and its drop-down pages.
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Learn the rigors of working with the EPA: Go EPA Registration on the main menu bar and its drop-down pages.
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Contact Us: Go to the Contact Us on the main menu bar and its drop-down pages. This page tells about our consulting services and how to get your project started. The drop-down pages list the various components that are available and their commercial sources.