Spinal Meningitis Disinfection: Protecting Your Home & Family

Meningitis is a condition that effects the brain and spinal cord. It is normally caused by a viral or bacterial infection. Meningitis is a serious condition that can result in death. Immediate and aggressive treatment is necessary. Although the virus can only live for a short time, disinfecting meningitis on surface areas and places that may have been contaminated is necessary.

Things You'll Need

• Bleach
• Warm Water
• Bucket
• Towels
• Laundry Soap
• Washer and Dryer

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Instructions

• 1

  Prepare a solution of 1/4 cup bleach with one gallon of warm water.

• 2

  Wash all surface areas. Countertops, bookcases, headboards, doorknobs, light switches, refrigerator, etc.

• 3

  Wash all objects that have been touched by the individual with meningitis. Books, toothpaste, dish soap, etc.

• 4

  Launder all sheets, pillowcases, bedspreads and any dirty clothes that may have been contaminated.