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10 Simple Ways to Avoid the Flu Bug The holidays have come and gone and, as many of us go back to work and are again surrounded by sniffling and coughing people, giving and receiving the “gift” that keeps on giving: The Flu. While it is important to remember that ‘tis Read More

Alcohol-Based Sanitizers Win the Germ War Whether you are a parent, work with children or encounter many people during your day, hand sanitizers are most likely part of your cold prevention arsenal. According to Dr. John Messmer, Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center family Read More

Is Antibacterial Soap Safe for You? Is antibacterial hand soap and body wash really any more effective than plain soap and water in preventing illness and the spread of infection? Under rules proposed Monday by the Food and Drug Administration, manufacturers will be required Read More