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• MRSA

  Info about drug-resistant staph infections.
• Biofilm

  Biofilm

  More than just gross, that slime is a bacterial fortress.
• Antibacterial

  Antibacterial products

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

  Bathroom

  It's easier and quicker than you think if done regularly.

• Protective gloves

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

  Toilet cleaners

  Some thoughts on different products for easing this task.
• Rubber Gloves

  Rubber gloves

  Some jobs require greater hand protection than others.
• Biocontaminants

  Biological contaminants

  Keeping these at bay is the main point in a lot of cleaning tasks.

• Toilet

  Regular, thorough cleanings will make this job much easier.
• Bathroom Fan

  Bathroom fan

  Exhaust fans aren’t just for keeping the bathroom from smelling bad.
• Bacteria

  Bacteria

  The bugs are everywhere — literally.
• Fungicide

  Antifungal

  These drugs are different from the agents used to fight fungi on surfaces.
• Cutting Boards

  Cutting board

  Thorough washing and sanitizing is essential, particularly on meat-cutting surfaces.
• Sponge

  Sponge

  Some cleaning tools need cleaning themselves. This is one.
• Scouring

  Abrasive (scouring) cleaners

  They're great aids in deep cleaning, but be careful — don't cause damage that can only complicate future cleaning.
• Acrylic

  Acrylic fixture

  Clean gently without abrasives.
• Enzymes

  Bacteria digester

  A handy cleaner, particularly with pets or small children around.
• Bacteria

  Coliform

  Coliform bacteria are the commonly-used bacterial indicator of the sanitary quality of foods and water. They are defined as rod-shaped Gram-negative non-spore forming organisms.

• Sink, porcelain

  Be gentle, since true porcelain cracks and scratches easily.
• Bathroom Rug

  Bathroom rug

  Just chuck them into the washing machine.

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