Health

Health and Hygiene During Cold and Flu Season

If you’re like most Americans we surveyed, you aren’t fully confident the people around you are taking appropriate measures to reduce germs during cold and flu season. Fortunately, there are things you can do to make sure you’re doing your part and helping keep yourself and your loved ones safe...

Cleaning Musty (or Moldy) Closets

If you’ve ever opened your closet only to be greeted by an unpleasant musty or moldy odor, you’re not alone. These issues can arise due to excess moisture, lack of ventilation, or simply the presence of organic materials like fabric, which mold loves to feast on. Fortunately, with a bit...

When to Choose Antibacterial Soap

Global Handwashing Day is coming up! We all know that washing your hands with soap and water helps to prevent illness. This is through a combination of the friction of scrubbing hands together, the properties of the soap to break up and trap germs and grime, and the action of...

Keeping Play Areas Clean and Safe

Small children are like mini-germ factories. They put everything from fingers to toys in their mouths, germs spreading to everything they touch or sneeze on. Keeping kids and their surroundings clean and safe is a constant challenge. And, where there are lots of children, including classrooms and childcare settings, the...

The Role of Cleaning in Health Care

There are a lot of cleaning products out there. Some are strong disinfectants and others are as simple as a bar of soap. These cleaning products all play a role in keeping ourselves, our loved ones, our homes and public spaces clean. This is especially important in public places like...

Spring Refresh without the Sneezes

Spring is a season of renewal and rejuvenation, but for many people, it also means the onset of allergy season. Here are some tips for bringing in the springtime mood without the spring allergy triggers: Choose allergy-friendly plants: Some plants are better for allergy sufferers than others. Choose plants like...