Excessive use of disinfectants against COVID-19 posing a potential threat to living beings

The severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) emerged in Wuhan city of China in late December 2019 and identified as a novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). On January 30, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the coronavirus outbreak a global public health emergency. The rapid spread of the pathogen across the communities shock the entire population. As no existing therapy were available during the pandemic. Health professionals recommended frequent washing of hands with soap and alcohol-based sanitizers. Disinfectants were extensively sprayed to minimize the possibility of getting COVID-19. Despite the potential benefits of these germicidal agents against COVID-19. Alcohol-based hand sanitizers lead to dry skin, infection, and alcohol poisoning. Children are considered more prone to alcohol poisoning and other major health concern. Precautionary measures should be ensured to protect the community from the possible risk associated with disinfectants.

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The emergence of COVID-19 in Wuhan, China in late 2019 led to a global public health emergency declaration by WHO. While health professionals recommended hand sanitization and disinfectant use, these measures also pose risks such as dry skin, infection, and alcohol poisoning, especially for children. Precautionary measures are necessary to protect communities from potential dangers associated with disinfectants.