Tag: germs

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March 21, 2024/Skin Care & Beauty

How Often Should You Wash Jeans? Can You Freeze Them Instead?

Unfortunately, putting your jeans in the freezer doesn’t kill germs, and it definitely doesn’t get them clean

Shoe storage shelf home, including purses and bike helmets
February 14, 2024/Primary Care

Wearing Shoes in the House: ‘OK’ or ‘No Way’?

Leaving footwear on invites germs, bacteria, toxins and other unwanted guests into your home

Someone uses a wall-mounted jet dryer to dry their hands.

The Dirty Truth About Hand Dryers

Some dryers spread germs instead of removing them

Closeup of a person washing their hands
October 18, 2023/Primary Care

Why You Really Should Wash Your Hands After Using the Bathroom (Every Single Time!)

Technique matters — and research suggests most of us still aren’t doing it right

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October 12, 2023/Infectious Disease

What We Learn From ‘Getting Cooties’ as Kids

Cooties aren’t real, but the lessons they teach us about infectious disease are

child runs through sprinkler during summer
August 6, 2023/Children's Health

How To Prevent Your Kids From Getting Sick

Hydration and sleep are as important as avoiding dirty surfaces

Cleaning supplies in a bucket
May 9, 2023/Primary Care

Get the Dirt: How Safe Are Cleaning Products?

Chemicals in household cleaners can be dangerous and deserve your attention

Family enjoying the hot tub on their back porch wit younger boy splashing the water.
December 13, 2022/Wellness

Are Hot Tubs Bad for You? Here’s How To Soak Safely

Hot tubs aren’t safe if you’re pregnant, prone to seizures or have heart conditions

clean bras drying on a clothesline
March 23, 2022/Skin Care & Beauty

How Often Do You Really Need To Wash Your Bras?

A dermatologist dishes on the dirty truth

hydrogen peroxide used for cleaning
November 30, 2021/Skin Care & Beauty

What Is Hydrogen Peroxide Good For?

It’s a disinfectant, cleaner and stain fighter — here’s how to use it safely

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