Management of indoor air to reduce the penetration of harmful substances requires not only source control but maintenance of conditions that support healthy skin layers.
Dr. Stephanie Taylor discusses the effectiveness of the Phizer and Moderna vaccines; her latest endeavor, Building4Health; how engineers can best prepare their buildings in the fight against COVID-19; and more.
Dr. Stephanie Taylor discusses the potential of a COVID-19 second wave, the importance of indoor ventilation, her role on the ASHRAE Epidemic Task Force, and more.
"Requesting that the WHO produce clear guidelines on the minimum lower limit of air humidity in buildings would contribute to reducing the spread of respiratory illnesses and protect people globally," said Oliver Zimmermann, CEO, Condair Group AG.
Taylor and medical officials around the world are seeking signatories on a petition asking the World Health Organization (WHO) to review the scientific evidence related to indoor humidity and respiratory immune system response, viral transmission, and virus inactivation.