The spread of Monkeypox around the United States has been an alarming topic in today’s News. With cases on the rise, it is important to decrease the spread of Monkeypox by using the proper disinfectants on high-traffic surfaces.
There are a list of preventative measures the CDC is recommending to help prevent Monkeypox (1). These include:
Though there are no EPA approved disinfectants specifically against Monkeypox at this time, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released its Emerging Viral Pathogens (EVP) Policy with the List Q of qualified products that are eligible to make off-label claims against Monkeypox.
KSS Enterprises has many disinfectants that are on List Q and have demonstrated effectiveness against viruses similar to Monkeypox on hard, nonporous surfaces when used properly, including allowing for proper dwell times.
Please view the list of products that are on the List Q for emerging pathogens by manufacturer below:
Buckeye | CloroxPro | Hillyard | Canberra | Betco | Spartan |
Facts About Monkeypox (2):
Information about Monkeypox is rapidly changing. The most up-to-date information can be found online at https://www.cdc.gov/poxvirus/monkeypox/about.html
Approved Products by the EPA
Downloadable Posters
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