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Chemstar Corporation Introduces Safe and Effective Liquid Fruit and Vegetable Wash Composed Entirely of Food-Grade Ingredients

ATLANTA, June 18 /PRNewswire/ -- Chemstar Corporation, a global leader in food safety and sanitation solutions, has developed a liquid fruit and vegetable wash that is safer to store, handle, and use than products that contain peroxyacetic acid, hydrogen peroxide, or chlorine. Specially formulated...

National Survey Finds Nearly All Adults Say They Wash Their Hands After Visiting Public Restrooms, But Most Think They Are Exception

Paper towels picked as preferred and fastest method for drying hands PHILADELPHIA, June 5 /PRNewswire/ -- In an online survey conducted this spring, 94 percent of U.S. adults said they always wash their hands after visiting a restroom. However, when asked what percentage of other people t...

SkinMedica(R) Launches NeoBenz(R) Micro Wash for Acne

Only Benzoyl Peroxide Wash to Utilize MICROSPONGE(R) Delivery System CARLSBAD, Calif., Jan. 14 /PRNewswire/ -- SkinMedica, Inc. today announced the launch of NeoBenz Micro Wash, the only prescription benzoyl peroxide wash product formulated with the MICROSPONGE (R) delivery system, for the...

To Protect Yourself, Wash Those Germs Away

Doctors say it's the best way to keep colds and flu at bay FRIDAY, Jan. 2 (HealthDay News) -- Of all the advice your mother gave you, there's one tidbit that doctors stand by as the best way to keep yourself healthy: Wash your hands. Keeping hands free of germs is one of the sim...

Saline Nasal Wash Helps Kids Fight Colds, Flu

Led to fewer respiratory problems, reduced reliance on cold medications, study says MONDAY, Jan. 21 (HealthDay News) -- Rinsing with a special saline nasal wash made from Atlantic seawater improves symptoms in children with colds and flu, and may prevent recurrence of these infections,...

Saline Wash May Ease Shoulder Tendonitis

Study supports effectiveness of the ultrasound-guided technique WEDNESDAY, Nov. 28 (HealthDay News) -- A new minimally invasive procedure is a quick, inexpensive way to treat tendonitis in the shoulder, Italian researchers report. The researchers used ultrasound-guided percutaneous (through t...

When Should Children Wash Their Hands?

BONITA SPRINGS, Fla., Sept. 5 /PRNewswire/ -- Your child has been playing outside. His hands are dirty, so you tell him to wash up before dinner. It's a nightly ritual in millions of homes all over the United States. (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20070905/CLW080 ) But hand wa...

Antibacterial Soap Claims Just Don't Wash

Consumer products no more effective than plain cleansers at preventing infection, study says TUESDAY, Aug. 28 (HealthDay News) -- Antibacterial soaps that contain triclosan as the main active ingredient are no better at preventing infections than plain soaps, say University of Michigan research...

Sexciting Car Wash Makes Herby Go Bananas!

You might call this a professional car wash salon with a personal touch! A car wash centre in Brisbane has a sexy lady at the wheel, going swish swash, spraying water on your car in a TOPLESS state! And if thats not enough to give the lady (your car) a kick, then you could choose a nude lady...

Abdominal Crunches Not The Best Option For Wash Board Abs.

Contrary to previous claims that abdominal exercise alone is the best way to improve your stomach muscles recent studies prove that combining dieting and plenty of cardiovascular exercise - to streamline overall body // fat - with the usual abdominal workouts is the best way to those flat abs. ...

Mouth wash samples to predict bone marrow transplant results

Taking a sample of the mouth rinse solution can be of help to decide how far the bone marrow// transplants are successful in patients. Oral mouth rinse of the patients of bone marrow transplant can be tested for neutrophils, which are the white blood cells that fight infection in the body. Pat...

How Effective Is Your Hand Wash Solution ?

Peanut allergy is the third most common food allergy in young children and is the most common food allergy in older children, adolescents and adults.// Researchers studied about 20 participants who were not allergic to peanuts. Participants washed with various cleaning agents, plain water, and an a...

Consumer Reports Launches Online Hospital Ratings for More Than 3,400 U.S. Hospitals

...to other patients. Ask doctors and nurses to clean their hands where you can see them before treating you and be sure to ask visitors to your room to wash up as well. Plan your admission and discharge carefully : Errors in medications tend to happen during "care transitions," when patients are a...

Michigan IT Companies Helping the University of Miami Center for Patient Safety Tackle a Leading Cause of Death Using an RTLS Solution to Monitor Staff Hand-Washing Compliance

...l time, and retroactively to monitor problem areas for additional training where necessary. Staff members are alerted in real time when they forget to wash their hands, before an adverse event takes place. "This is a reliable and affordable solution with compound benefits for hospitals seeking to i...

Bad Air Day Alert: Outdoor Air Pollutants at High Level

..., keep your pets out of the bedroom and off your bed. Be sure to regularly wash bedding and linens at high heats - approximately 140 degrees Fahrenheit - ...m collecting on your bedding. You should also regularly dust the blinds and wash your curtains. To check your city's outdoor air quality on a...

Air Quality Action Day Forecast for Thursday in All Regions of Pennsylvania

...cing activities by taking the following steps: Ride the bus or carpool to work; Avoid burning leaves, trash and other materials; wash dishes and clothes with full loads; and Save energy -- do not overcool your home. These forecasts are provided in conjunction with...

Pet Bite Injuries: K-State Veterinarian Shares Tips to Minimize Risk of Bites and Bite-Related Infections

...tention," said Dr. Kate Stenske, a clinical assistant professor at Kansas State University's College of Veterinary Medicine. "If you are bitten, first wash the wound thoroughly with soap and water, and then call your physician right away." Stenske said that bite wounds can become infected because...

Avidas(TM) Pharmaceuticals and LaRon(TM) Pharma Inc. Announce Co-Promotion Agreement

...let indicated as adjunctive therapy for severe acne, along with complimentary defence(TM) acne wash, a specially formulated oil- and alcohol-free acne wash with 2% salicylic acid that provides gentle, yet effective, cleansing and exfoliation of skin. Avidoxy DK defence kit also includes complimentary defe...

American Hygiene Habits Getting Worse: International Study Reveals More Illness-Causing Germs Than Ever in American Kitchens

...es to help stop the spread of harmful germs: Hand Washing - wash your hands frequently and regularly, especially after going to the bathroom...and contact transmission of germs. Immediately throw away used tissues and wash your hands. "These simple, low cost activities can be quite ...

Germs Hold Court in Sand Castles

... of actual infection was less than 10 percent in any age group, said Heaney. Still, beachgoers can take some precautions after playing in the sand. wash your hands or use hand sanitizer, said Tim Wade, an EPA epidemiologist and the study's senior author. Wade added: "People should not be discouraged...

Dove and Early Canada Goose Seasons to Begin Sept. 1; Game Commission Posts Avian Influenza Information on Website

...irds," Dr. Cottrell said. "Do not kill, handle or eat sick game. Wear rubber or disposable latex or nitrile gloves while handling and cleaning game, wash hands and thoroughly clean knives, equipment and surfaces that come in contact with game. Do not eat, drink or smoke while handling animals. All poul...

Skincare Industry Newcomer Shines

...t we created something very unique with Lindi Face wash and we are thrilled that the industry has recogniz..."And the path to healthy skin begins with a gentle wash that does not interfere with the skin's own system... contribute to dryness and irritation. Lindi Face wash is designed to help maintain the intercellular lip...

Nonsurgical Treatment May Ease Rotator Cuff Injury

...ive years and 10 years. During the 20-minute procedure, a radiologist uses ultrasound guidance to inject a saline solution into the rotator cuff to wash the affected area and break up calcium deposits. Compared to patients in the control group, those who received treatment showed a considerable redu...

Summertime Sun Exposure Can 'Burn' Acne Sufferers in More Ways than One

...al non-prescription products free-of-charge: Complimentary defence(TM) acne wash, a specially formulated oil- and alcohol-free acne wash with 2% salicylic acid that provides gentle yet effective cleansing and exfoliation of the skin Complimentary defence(TM) solare SPF 30+, a li...

Show Your Best Summer Skin

... well as after. New Dial(R) Antioxidant Body wash with Cranberry & Antioxidant Pearls is infused...the summer months, Dial Antioxidant Cranberry Body wash helps renew the skin while you bathe, leaving it f...werful antioxidant in new Dial(R) Antioxidant Body wash with Cranberry & Antioxidant Pearls. -- ...

Rotator cuff treatment provides immediate tendonitis relief

... the 20-minute procedure, the shoulder is anesthetized and, with ultrasound guidance, a radiologist injects a saline solution into the rotator cuff to wash the area and break up the calcium. A second needle is used to aspirate, or withdraw, the calcium residue. Recovery time is about an hour. "People ...

K-State Veterinarian Says Although Exotic Pets Can Be Great Companions, There Are Health Factors That Can Affect Both the Animal and Humans

...ses like salmonella without getting sick -- but that puts other animals and humans at risk. West said after handling an exotic pet, people should wash their hands immediately. He also said reptiles should not be allowed to roam free, they should not be allowed in the kitchen or around people who are ...

Cox Movies Under the Moon(R) Offers Big-Screen Hits Under the Stars

...lm festival offering family-friendly entertainment under the stars. This is the seventh year that Cox has partnered with the City of Fairfax and 97.1 wash FM to present this event. In keeping with Cox's commitment to the community, attendees are invited to contribute donations to benefit Inova Fairfax H...

Stroke survivors report loss of sexual desire, blurred gender roles, anger and fatigue

...rest in their appearance, regardless of their age. "No interest in clothes, no interest in make-up, no interest in hair. Weeks go by that I don't even wash my hair" said one 57 year-old female. All the respondents said they had changed since their stroke and irritability, anger, agitation and intolera...

Research from Dr. Charles Gerba Finds Average Toilet Paper & Towel Dispensers Have More Bacteria Than Average Toilet Seat

...treatments, Microban antimicrobial product protection is added during the manufacturing process and is an integral part of the dispenser that will not wash off or wear away, providing protection for the life of the dispenser. Kimberly-Clark Professional is the only personal care products provider license...

As the Summer 'Shower Season' Kicks Off, Suave(R) Skin Reminds Moms Everywhere to 'Shower Yourself Beautiful'

... pampering skin with a moisturizing, fragrant body wash like NEW Suave(R) Naturals Wild Cherry Blossom Ind... which debuted at the beginning of June. This body wash leaves skin pampered and moisturized, with a delic...h cherry blossom extracts and Vitamin E, this body wash leaves skin pampered and moisturized, with a delic...

As World Health Organization Raises Influenza A (H1N1) Pandemic Alert to Level Six, Hygiene Council Recommends Simple Steps to Help Protect Families from Illness

...i.e., fever, fatigue and sore throat. Practice good hand hygiene - wash your hands frequently with soap and water ensuring all of the surfaces of t...and contact transmission of germs. Throw used tissues away immediately and wash your hands. Avoid touching your mouth, nose and eyes with your han...

Versus Introduces Automated, Real-Time Hand Hygiene Compliance Solution

.... The primary culprit? "The contaminated hands of health care workers." That's a rather bleak outlook, especially when the answer is as simple as wash YOUR HANDS. The Joint Commission recommends a 90% compliance rate. How does one measure compliance? The 2009 monograph published by the Joint Commissi...

Tech Global Price Rollback on their 22" Dell Touch Screen Monitor

...ll Quality Durable Capacitive Touch Screen (Dynamic-Touch®) Glass construction with 9-Hardness Screen is chemical resistant and easy to wash surface Energy Star 4.0 Compliance DVI-D connectors with HDCP, VGA VESA wall and arm mounting compliant 5 ms refresh rate Sharp 10...

Angelica Corporation Raises Bar Again for Increased Patient Safety

...mplement the sanitizer throughout its service centers. "Expanding this new wash process will elevate the standard of cleanliness in healthcare linen," said...ss. Now, in partnership with Ecolab, we are leading innovation in our core wash process, allowing us to provide safe, high-quality products and services th...

Health Department Reports Pennsylvania's First Death Due to 2009 Novel Influenza A/H1N1 Virus

... Stay home when you are sick; Cough or sneeze into the bend of your elbow or a tissue, and properly dispose of used tissues; wash your hands frequently and thoroughly with soap and warm water, or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer; Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mout...

Schools and Cities Send 9.7 Million Messages During Swine Flu Outbreak with Blackboard Connect(TM) Platform

... on an as needed basis. Schools are currently open and we are urging everyone to follow these simple steps: cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze, wash your hands frequently, if you are sick stay home, if your child is sick please do not send him or her to school." "Because California borders Me...

Things to Know If You're Contemplating a Pet

...member that good hygiene is crucial for families with pets. Everyone should wash their hands after playing with or handling a pet. Homes should have pet-fre... or small children are fed or left alone, such as nurseries and play rooms. wash furred pets regularly to reduce the spread of germs and the amount of dande...

Physicians are Less Concerned about H1N1 Swine Flu

...reased dining out 5% 4% Avoid going to crowded events 13% 10% wash hands more frequently 40% 35% Start wearing protective mask 4% 3% S...

H1N1 Scare Causes Businesses to Get Serious About Travel Health

... of disease, Passport Health Colorado is advising their clients to limit their personal risk by: Maintaining good personal hygiene. wash your hands frequently. Carry a hand sanitizer for use when soap and water aren't readily available. Avoid touching your face. Avoid...