Scanning windows boot camp partition for viruses from mac system

is there any way that i can scan my boot camp partition (windows hard drive)from my mac operating system since i think this will remove more viruses and leave less chance for them to reappear.
thanks

I would first buy or find the best malware/spyware AV software and firewall.
An ounce of prevention costs less than the pound of cure.
Backup Windows image with WinClone or something.
ClamXav or Intego AV 5 are two ideas mentioned earlier.
If you use the web and email you need to install some programs, free or commercial.
http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/best-programs-to-keep-your-computer-secure/
My hat goes to Norton 2009 or their Windows 7 beta of Norton 360 v3 after using Kaspersky and AVG Suites.

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