Yes, of course. Bacteria have a genetic profile, so if bacteria is present there will be genes. One gene, the MCR-9 gene, can be a very large problem, however. This particular gene causes the bacteria it resides in to be anti-microbial resistant. Simply put, the bacteria cannot be killed by antibiotics; not even colistin. Colistin (polymyxin E) trade name Colomycin is thought of as the “drug of last resort” when treating people with bacterial infections (particularly pneumonia) that are not responding to more common antibiotics. Death may result if the damages of bacteria cannot be halted.
The presence of the MR-9 gene is being tracked around the world by various groups because of the devastating effects it can have on a population if it enters water supplies or food chains. The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the potential damages from this gene’s antimicrobial resistance as “one of the top 10 global public health threats facing humanity”. The tracking in the US is being headed by Issmat Kassem an assistant professor of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences at the University of Georgia. For the first time, it has been identified in the US as present in sewerage in Georgia. As with Covid-19 testing, the presence of a particular virus or bacteria in sewerage lets investigators know that the population serviced by a particular sewerage treatment system has been exposed to the contaminant.
Now that the MCR-9 gene is in the US, what can be done? We certainly cannot live in a sterile bubble, so common sense should prevail. The human immune system is capable of preventing bacterial infections by bolstering it through proper diet, mineral and vitamin supplementation as needed, proper rest, and stress relief. This is often referred to as the Terrain Philosophy of health. Add to it good hygiene practices and bacteria with the MCR-9 gene will not invade. For those who are immune-compromised for any reason, Ultra Violet (UV) treatment of water entering the home will stop that pathway, rinsing fresh food with ozonated water will stop another and finally, a circulating air filter with a UV inside will round out water, food, and air protection.
We have all heard the cautionary statement “what could possibly go wrong here?” This usually applies to seeing someone standing on the top rung of a ladder, shaving while driving, or repairing an electrical device near a body of water, but not always. I have always had concerns about hack-prone remote control of everything from home appliances, home security systems, and even automobiles. Even worse would be control over the electrical grid or, heaven forbid, a public water system. The latter happened the week of Feb. 7, 2021, in Oldsmar, FL according to a report in today’s edition of Industrial Equipment News.
According to the article, a hacker took control of the chemical treatment process and released excess amounts of sodium hydroxide into the water supply. In properly controlled levels, this chemical is common and harmless and used to raise the water pH to prevent corrosion of the pipes in the distribution system. High levels are toxic and damaging to tissue. Fortunately, a utility employee was viewing the facility online, noticed what was occurring, and blocked his/her efforts.
Had the employee’s attention been diverted or delayed, this could have been a disaster. Chances are this particular chemical would be noticed by taste or odor at points of use and consumer use minimized. Had it been a different chemical such as a fluoride compound frequently introduced in municipal water supplies, significant human damage could have occurred.
This scenario will probably be repeated more and more frequently as utilities rely heavily on remote control and monitoring to keep labor costs low and give the appearance of being technologically advanced.
What to do? There’s no substitute for adding a layer of protection in your home — namely, an under-counter reverse osmosis system to provide much safer drinking and cooking water in your home. Properly installed and maintained, these units last for many years, provide peace-of-mind and safe water.
We offer multiple reverse osmosis systems. All provide extra safety with efficient water use and upscale systems can add ultra-high water use efficiency, alkalinity addition, remineralizing, structured water, crystals, etc., etc.
Extra Clean Laundry Without Soaps or Detergents?
First, the history of ozone laundry treatment. Commercial launderers, like phs BeSafe (https://www.phsbesafe.co.uk/), have always had their services required by multiple industries – from hotels to construction companies – so they are always looking for ways to improve their efficiency and ways to keep their costs down. This is why years ago commercial launderers began cleaning huge loads of laundry from homes, hotels, hospitals, motels and other sources without soaps and detergents and also without hot water. Not only did they save huge amounts of money on cleaning products but energy costs plummeted when water heaters were turned off. This inexpensive, reliable technology is now available to homeowners.
Their “secret” is to add nature’s OZONE laundry treatment to COLD WATER.
Ozone is activated oxygen which is naturally produced during thunderstorms and gives the air that clean, fresh smell after the storm passes. Not a chemical, but nature’s own cleaning agent. Ozone is 3,000 times more powerful than household chlorine bleach in killing microorganisms, does not bleach out colors and actually disappears minutes after it does its work by reverting to oxygen.
Not only are odor-causing and dangerous bacteria killed by the ozone, but the ozone laundry treatment breaks down soiling and staining materials into hydrogen and carbon compounds that flush away without a trace, leaving even the most soiled fabrics clean and bright. Harsh chemicals and perfumes from detergents are eliminated which is healthier and improves fabric life. Fabrics smell clean because they are clean and not just masked with detergent perfume additives.
For home use, a small wall-mounted box is provided. The cold water line goes to it and then from it to the washing machine. Inside the box, air is passed through a manmade lightning bolt called a corona discharge which changes the oxygen in the air to ozone. Coldwater is used because it accepts and holds more ozone than hot water. These units are historically reliable requiring no maintenance or servicing. However, your washing machine might need regular maintenance and repair to prevent failure. In case of any breakdown, you can call a Washing Machine Repair company that can help in the quick fixation of your appliance.
Protect your family from unhealthy chemicals found in most detergents, have brighter, bacteria-free fabrics, save heater operating costs and forever forget buying more detergent with ozone laundry treatment.
