We’re taught to wash our hands at a young age. It’s so important because not washing our hands is a way to pass germs to others or contract something we don’t necessarily want. This is why ...

As Europe grapples with the flu season personal hygiene is more important than ever. The infection, formally known as influenza, may not seem all that dangerous thanks to advancements in vaccines ...

That shell is "pretty environmentally stable," Wilen says, "and that's what makes it relatively resistant to ethanol-based hand sanitizers." Washing your hands with soap and water is a much more ...

It’s soap. This is faint praise for soap, but it’s hardly damning. If washing at the sink disinfects your hands, and soap facilitates that process, then great. And soap may even work in cases ...

Sometimes soap and water just aren’t available. That’s where hand sanitizer comes in! But remember — hand sanitizer works best when hands aren’t visibly dirty or greasy. It’s a good ...

Such items shouldn’t be wrung by hand. If there are no bars, the garment can be spun and rinsed as normal One bar indicates that the spin speed should be reduced Two bars means the clothes need a mild ...

As Donald Trump took the oath of office to become the nation’s 47th president on Monday, he raised his right hand and neglected to put his other hand the Bible. “I do solemnly swear (or affirm ...

Start with proper food handling and consumption – wash your vegetables and fruits. There are some high-risk items such as shellfish and oysters. Make sure food is cooked properly. Proper hand washing ...

While flu concerns and handwashing practices are elevated, reports of improper handwashing practices are also rising. An ...

The norovirus isn’t killed by hand sanitizer — so make sure you wash your hands with soap and water for 20 seconds. (Getty Creative) ...

All prices are accurate upon date of publish. You can learn more about the affiliate process here. To suss out the best hand soaps for your home, I scoured reviews of top fragrance brands and ...