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• Toxoplasmosis

  A concern for pregnant women and anyone with a weakened immune system.

• Litter box

  Scoop daily for your cat’s health — and for the sake of your nose.

• Absorbents

  Granular substances that help clean up stains and spills without solvents or chemicals.

• Pole scrubber

  Hands-and-knees cleaning got you down? Try this instead.

• Viruses

  Microorganisms that can cause a lot of mischief, viruses need hosts for propagation.

• Driveway

  Sweep and spray to remove dirt. Also, the right way to soak out oil stains.

• Oil spill

  Act quickly, or these spots can be a real nightmare to clean.

• Dishwasher detergent

  A product that belongs in the machine, not on your hands.

• Room air conditioner

  Cleaning this appliance is best done in autumn.

• Vomit

  Remove as much as you can immediately and dilute with water, experts say. Then follow these tips.

• Dry mopping

  A cousin to dusting as it applies to hard flooring.

• Detergent

  A cleaning agent that, unlike traditional soap, works well in hard water.

• Radiator, baseboard (forced hot water)

  Regular dusting and vacuuming will make them look better, and they’ll work better, too.

• Protective gloves

  We use this term often in describing how to perform various cleaning tasks safely. Here’s what it means.

• Rubber gloves

  Some jobs require greater hand protection than others.

• Lead paint

  If it’s in good shape, it just needs regular cleaning to avoid hazards.

• Sponge

  Some cleaning tools need cleaning themselves. This is one.

• Bottle

  Don't get fingers or hands stuck during this task.

• Anti-bacterial products

  The scientific debate continues over whether soaps, sprays and wipes may end up doing more harm than good.

• Skunk odor

  A tomato-juice bath isn’t as effective as this home remedy, several experts say.

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