subclade K, a new flu strain, has arrived in the United States. As reported by the CDC, a growing number of Americans have tested positive for influenza, though the exact percentage is currently unknown. First emerging in Canada and Europe over the summer, the strain is said to cause common flu symptoms, including fever, runny nose, and vomiting.
Worried about how you’re going to keep your family safe this flu season? At SoClean Miami, we put together a helpful guide on how to keep your home free from the new strain. Read more below!
How to Keep Your Home Germ-Free During This Year’s Flu Season:
Clean Your Most Touched Surfaces:
Doorknobs, light switches, and stair railings (if you have) are one of the most frequently touched areas of your home. The more hands that touch them throughout the day, the more germs there are, leaving your family at risk of getting sick.
To clean your home’s doorknobs, we recommend cleaning the area with soap and water, before applying a disinfectant solution.
Clean Your Winter Clothes:
As temperatures drop, you may step out wearing a scarf or gloves. It’s extremely important to clean these items, as they can both carry germs. Your gloves act as your hands, touching common surfaces. If you’ve got a large scarf, it may be carrying floor germs, as it can sometimes drag, collecting bacteria. Try to clean your winter clothes after each use.
Clean Your Home’s Devices:
Your home’s devices are full of bacteria. To clean your devices, we’d suggest using an electronic-friendly disinfect wipe, or a UV light bacteria cleaner.
Take Your Shoes Off ASAP When You Get Home:
Keep outdoor germs outside by taking off your shoes as soon as you get home. By removing them as soon as you get home, you’re able to reduce germs from entering various rooms of your home.
Need More Help Disinfecting Your Miami Home This Flu Season? Contact SoClean Miami for a Residential, Deep Cleaning Service!
Since 2023, SoClean Miami has specialized in luxury cleaning services across Miami Dade County. Whether you’re looking for a residential, office, boat, or Airbnb cleaning, our team is here to help! (Interested in where we clean? View our service areas in Miami here.) To request a consultation, contact Miami SoClean using our website form, or reach out to us on our WhatsApp. We’ll be in touch soon.