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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 19, 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

children on playground running and playing tag.
October 13, 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

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child runs through sprinkler during summer
August 7, 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 10, 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 14, 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 24, 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
December 1, 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

washing hands with soap
July 21, 2021/Infectious Disease

Trying To Avoid Germs? Regular Soap and Water Will Get the Job Done

Ordinary soap and water or an alcohol-based sanitizer can do the job

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