Which Medical Devices Need Sterile Water?
Sterile water is also used for cleaning wounds and for disinfecting many home medical devices.
Who Is at High Risk of Acquiring Waterborne Infections?
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How and When to Sterilize Tap Water
Intense weather events can also compromise drinking water.
Areas of drought have depleted water sources, leading to an increase in contaminants.
Flooding has also caused animal feces, pesticides, and fertilizer to be swept up in water run off.
It is important to store boiled water in clean, sterilized, tightly sealed containers.
My best recommendation is to purchase already sterile or distilled water for your home devices, Reynolds said.
Always follow the manufacturer instructions for cleaning, disinfecting, and maintained your home medical unit equipment.
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