Germ Killing

• Disease Prevention

  Laundering of Clothing and Household Linens - Does It Kill Enough Germs?

  Is your clothing and bedding really clean? Find out if low temperature washings really get rid of the germs.
• UV-C

  Study Says: UV Light Nearly Doubles Vacuum's Effectiveness in Reducing Carpet Microbes

  Research suggests that the addition of ultraviolet light to the brushing and suction of a vacuum cleaner can almost double the removal of potentially infectious microorganisms from a carpet’s surface when compared to vacuuming alone. Researchers say the findings suggest that incorporating the germicidal properties of UV light into vacuuming might have promise in reducing allergens and pathogens from carpets, as well.
• Triclosan

  Triclosan: What Consumers Should Know

  Triclosan is an ingredient added to many consumer products to reduce or prevent bacterial contamination.
• Green Cleaning

  Killing Germs with Cinnamon Oil

  Study shows cinnamon oil is just as effective at killing several common bacteria as many other antiseptics commonly used in hospitals.
• Healthcare

  RID's 15 Steps You Can Take to Reduce Your Risk of a Hospital Infection

  Most of us will have to go into the hospital some day. Here are specific steps you can follow to protect yourself from hospital infections.