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Hand spraying disinfectant cleaner and another hand using disinfectant wipe among germs
August 8, 2024/Infectious Disease

Do Lysol Disinfecting Wipes Kill COVID-19?

Lysol Disinfecting Wipes are just one of more than 500 products approved by the EPA for protection against the SARS-CoV-2 virus that causes COVID-19

Caregivers holding toddler, playing in ocean
June 18, 2024/Infectious Disease

How To Stay Safe From Recreational Waterborne Diseases

You can reduce your risk by not swallowing water, and showering before and after swimming

Caregiver spoon feeding baby in highchair at the table
April 23, 2024/Children's Health

When Your Baby Can Have Honey

In babies under 12 months, honey may cause a serious illness called infant botulism

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

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person walking away from toilet holding upset stomach
January 24, 2024/Digestive

Fried Rice Syndrome: Why It Happens and How To Avoid It

Keep cooked rice and pasta in your fridge — not on your counter — to help prevent this sneaky food poisoning

tap water from the kitchen faucet
September 22, 2023/Wellness

Is Tap Water Safe To Drink?

Your home’s tap water should be safe to drink, but you can install filters and run tests to be sure

An avocado sliced in half with pit showing in one half, positioned on white marble with a sliced lemon in the background.
May 11, 2023/Nutrition

How to Safely Store Avocados (No Water Required!)

Warning: A popular TikTok hack to extend the life of avocados could lead to food poisoning

Neon sign in red that reads tattoo piercing.
May 8, 2023/Men's Health

How To Take Care of a Penis Piercing

Understand the risks and take precautions against infection

Person with an infected belly button piercing.
February 2, 2023/Primary Care

How To Treat an Infected Belly Button Piercing

Twice-a-day cleaning with a saltwater solution can help you resolve (and avoid) problems

Applying foot powder to clean feet to cut down on odor.
December 16, 2022/Orthopaedics

Why Your Feet Smell Like Vinegar

Sweat plus bacteria equals sour-smelling feet

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