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Effectiveness of Washing Techniques in Eradicating Mpox Virus from Textiles

  • By

  • Ana K Pitol

  • Siobhan Richards

  • Patrick Mirindi

  • Hibak O Mahamed

  • April Baller

  • Grant L Hughes

  • Sara E Beck

  • December 7, 2024

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    Mpox, caused by the Mpox virus (MPXV), has emerged as a global health threat with over 100,000 cases reported in 123 countries.

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    Effective laundry techniques, including high-temperature water and specific detergents, can inactivate MPXV on fabrics.

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    Sodium hypochlorite and liquid sanitizers demonstrated complete inactivation of MPXV on cotton and polyester fabrics.

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    Transmission of MPXV can occur through contaminated fabrics, emphasizing the importance of proper laundering practices.

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    The study supports WHO guidelines for laundering contaminated textiles to reduce the risk of mpox transmission.

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Efficacy of Laundry Practices in Eliminating Mpox Virus From Fabrics

  • by Ana K Pitol, Siobhan Richards, Patrick Mirindi, Hibak O Mahamed, April Baller, Grant L Hughes, Sara E Beck

  • December 7, 2024

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