Welcome to the world of nanobugs!
We live in a world where human beings think they rule. But within this world
lies the unseen kingdom of microbes. Because microbes are invisible to the
human eye, we often forget they are there.
But with a little imagination, we can give life to the microbes and learn how
to live in harmony with them.
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The human body is an amazing creation. They all look different but operate pretty much the same. I think there are 4 elements of good health that are missing or fading in our lifestyle today that need our attention. To maximize the functioning of your body so you can look and feel better than ever, try giving it more, more, more of these four elements:
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Earlier this month, I watched most of a program on OWN (OprahWinfreyNetwork) about those people who serve as Santa Claus. The show was a unique peak inside this important role development. I learned that there are training programs called Santa Schools for those aspiring to become a “professional” and others seeking continuing education. One of the critical skills for a Santa-wannabe is the, “Ho Ho Ho”. That got me thinking…….
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Personification – remember that big word our high school English teachers forced us to add to our vocabulary? It might have been my first 6-syllable word with a real definition (before “supercalifragilisticexpialidocious” – which meant nothing except to create a fun memory challenge). However, the impressive word, personification, didn’t seem to be relevant for my lexicon as I set my sights on a career in nursing and I knew I would probably never “use it in a sentence”. So what’s the point of putting it on the vocabulary/spelling list? Fast forward to the “afternoon of my career in nursing” as I struggled to engage people of all ages in practical microbiology for the purpose of infection prevention and health promotion. I was discouraged by the disinterest in audiences around the world about this very important area of foundational knowledge. My “bright idea” to address this obstacle was to personify the microbes and let them deliver the messages about infection prevention.
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How many times does the news report and remind us that American children are not globally competitive in the areas of math and science? That is one of the primary challenges of nanobugs, inc and many other companies, teachers and parents. As a nurse, grandparent, and health educator, I also know the importance of teaching our children (and their parents) how to manage their health and avoid sickness and infection. Infection and illness are not inevitable! We only need to learn more about microbiology and infection prevention, anatomy and physiology of the human body, nutrition and food safety, and behaviors that enhance wellness and reduce risk of disease. The nanobugs can teach the entire family about infection prevention and microbiology while they entertain and engage young and old.
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From Mega to Micro…
Cartoon characters representing bacteria, viruses, and fungi will teach how infections are spread and how to prevent them. After all, generations of children have been endlessly fascinated with the dinosaurs, enthusiastically learning the names of the genus and species of these mega-creatures, like Tyrannosaurus Rex. We believe the nanobugs will bring that same wonder and fascination to the world of micro-creatures (bacteria and viruses). Before long, children (and adults) will want to learn not only the genus and species of their favorite microbes, like Staphylococcus aureus, but also, how to prevent infections and stay healthy!
The Next Big Microscopic Thing…
The news is constantly filled with reports of new and emerging infections like H1N1 influenza and outbreaks of E coli O157 and Hepatitis A. Despite our attempts at prevention of sexually-transmitted diseases, the number of these infections continues to rise. Hand hygiene is preached in schools and health care settings and yet, compliance is a real issue. Health professionals face big challenges in controlling infections in hospitalized patients and the elderly in nursing homes. We hope that the
nanobugs will present a fresh approach to infection prevention, stimulating everyone - young and old, teachers and students, doctors and nurses - to learn the practical microbiology needed for infection prevention.
Science + Imagination = the nanobugs
Our company utilizes the contributions of individuals with extensive experience in infection prevention and control and the boundless creativity and imagination of our design team to create captivating cartoon characters. Every effort has been made to maintain the scientific integrity of the nanobugs products. Still, as the nanobugs began to take shape, we couldn't resist the opportunity to let them show a little "attitude"!
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