CopperMask: The ‘new normal‘ of protection has finally arrived
For centuries, great empires have been harnessing natural elements to eliminate bacteria and viruses that have greatly affected civilization.
Egyptian pharaohs used one particular metal to purify their water supply. The Chinese used the same metal to help cure certain imbalances in the body. And Europeans, in the early 19th century, used the metal to help treat and slow down a cholera outbreak.
This metal is copper.
Now, as the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) continues to spread around the globe, scientists and technologists are busy trying to look for ways to stop this pandemic.
One development aimed at checking the spread of the SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, is the CopperMask, which is now here in the Philippines.
Article continues after this advertisementIt’s a special facemask made of infused copper strands that have natural anti-microbial properties that protect anyone wearing it not only from SARS-CoV2 but other harmful microorganisms as well.
Article continues after this advertisementWith the government’s fight to help protect its citizens from the deadly virus, the CopperMask is indeed a welcome breather.
Most studies show that the coronavirus can last for some time on different surfaces — three to seven days on plastic and stainless steel, up to four days on glass and paper, and a day or two on wood and cardboard.
But most viruses “don’t” stay long on copper surfaces,” according to a recent study conducted by the National Institute of Health in the United States.
The study shows that SARS-CoV2 can last on copper for only four hours.
It’s this metal that gives the CopperMask a powerful advantage over other disposable facemasks available in the market.
The CopperMask has a self-disinfecting property that protects the user for up to 30 days. And it’s washable and reusable.
Give yourself that much needed outdoor protection by getting the CopperMask. Visit www.coppermask.ph for details.
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