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• Pregnant Women

  Pregnant Women: Beware the Litter Box — and the Garden

  You may not notice should you contract toxoplasmosis, sometimes found in kitty litter and other sources in or around the home. But the parasite is dangerous for your baby.
• Swine Flu

  Swine Flu: Taking Care of a Sick Person in Your Home

  Swine flu presents a real and present danger to public health. The IEHA is pleased to provide this information from the CDC.
• Laundry

  Laundering of Clothing and Household Linens - Does It Kill Enough Germs?

  Is your clothing and bedding really clean? Find out if low temperature washings really get rid of the germs.
• Pets

  Well Look What the Dog Brought In — Infestations, Itching and Disease

  Ways to keep your home and your pet parasite free.
• Germs

  Germ Warfare - Understanding the Enemy

  What you don’t see can hurt you. Invisible to the naked eye, a world of microorganisms (living things so small you need a microscope to see them) lives in soil, on your skin, in your mouth, on the floor, doorknobs, cell phones, walls, computer keyboards, or countertops — pretty much everywhere.
• Infection Prevention

  APIC Launches Consumer Awareness Campaign to Prevent Healthcare Infections

  A major educational campaign, launched June 23, 2011 by the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC), informs the public of the infection preventionist’s role in healthcare settings and ways in which patients can stay safe from infections.
• Antibacterial

  A Perspective on Antibacterials — Please Don't Routinely Use Pesticides

  One cleaning expert shares his views on antibacterial products.
• Flu

  Flu-Fighting Facts and Pandemic Prep

  Safety begins at home.
• Spring Cleaning

  Y Men and Women Spring Clean

  82% of 18-29 year-olds will spring clean this year, 15% more than the national average. Read on to see why.
• Bathroom

  Uncovering Bathroom Pet Peeves

  He said, she said.
• Food Safety

  Study Reveals Reusable Shopping Bags Could Harbor Bacteria, Including E. Coli, Coliform

  Reusable bags are particularly susceptible to contamination since remnants of meats and dairy products which may seep out of packaging remain in bags unless washed out, resulting in bacterial growth.
• Cleaning Strategy

  Messy Times And How To Handle Them

  At-home parties and other get-togethers can nearly triple the weekly cleaning time spent by women.
• Fleas

  Put Fleas to Flight

  It takes more to get rid of fleas than simply treating your pet.
• Handwashing

  Clean Hands Help Keep Kids in School

  It may seem basic, but washing hands is often forgotten as a deterrent to illnesses that can keep children from their classwork.
• Health

  Five Tips for a Healthier Home

  The environment in our homes has a big impact on the quality of our lives and health. Give your house a check-up with these tips.
• Carbon Monoxide

  Silent Menace in Your Home: Carbon Monoxide

  It’s silent, colorless, odorless and tasteless, but it can be fatal.
• Health

  Love Your Furry Friends Without Getting Sick

  Pocket pets can transmit salmonella to people. Here's how to handle them safely.
• Consumer Reports

  ShopSmart Poll: Only 7% of Women Hate Cleaning Their Homes; Spend Five Hours Per Week Cleaning

  According to a Consumer Reports ShopSmart Poll, the bathroom is the least favorite place to clean, and people prefer vacuuming.
• Food Safety

  Cooking for Company - Keep it Sanitary!

  Entertaining is a great way to warm up the Winter weather, and everyone’s favorite part of get-togethers is often admittedly the food! However, no one’s cheer should be interrupted due to contracting foodborne illness.
• Hospital Acquired Infection

  Hospital Stay? Tips for Keeping Your Room Clean and Healthy

  APIC, ASHES release tips for keeping patient rooms clean.

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