NE BUSINESS BUREAU
AHMEDABAD, JULY 1
Japan-based Kiyou Jochugiku Company Ltd on Tuesday announced the launch of its portable air purifier – Air Doctor – in India. The Air Doctor product is approved by the WHO, USFDA, Occupation Safety and Health Administration, and The Japan Ministry of Health, Welfare & Labour, a company release said.
Jitendra Bhatt, CEO of Access BioImage, the Indian promotor of the Air Doctor says, “At this crucial time when we are fighting against the COVID-19 pandemic, ‘Air Doctor’ will be useful to scan the virus within 1-metre radius of those who wear it. The portable product is like a badge and can be used by anyone, including educational institutions, healthcare & hospitality industry, private and government offices, policemen, restaurants, public transport, aviation, etc. The product can also be placed inside or outside the air-conditioners to prevent the spread of airborne disease.”
Bhatt further adds, “Air Doctor is beneficial for all the citizens working on essential duties to prevent themselves from the virus exposure and thereby minimize the risks.”
The Air Doctor is a portable product that helps prevent viruses, bacteria, and fungi to come in contact with the user within a 1-meter radius. The product contains sodium chlorite, natural inorganic substances (natural zeolite) which helps in the prevention of virus. Air Doctor can be pinned on chest, pocket, or bag and this releases antimicrobial agent Chlorine Dioxide (ClO2) to provide ultimate protection against airborne diseases such as influenza, cold and flu, allergy, H1N1, pneumonia, tuberculosis, recurrence respiratory infections, etc. This product is also advisable to patients living with asthma and immuno compromised patients with hypertension, diabetics, heart disease, cancer patients under chemotherapy, etc. Even children, pediatric and pregnant women can safely use it.
There are 3 variants available: a) Air Doctor Fan has 90 days’ effect and advisable for the use in hospitals. b) Air Doctor Mobile which prevents viruses and bad odour, and c) Air Doctor Mobile portable which effectively kills pathogenic microorganisms such as fungus, bacteria, and viruses, and both the mobile versions last for 30 days.
The product is not accessible to use underwater and exposure to high air should be avoided.