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IISc research team develops germ-destroying air filters
Impure air might make our life shorter to the extent that Indians lose 5-10 years of their liv…
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Don't use vinegar to kill germs and disinfect your home unless it's your only option
Vinegar may kill some germs, but it likely isn't your best option when it comes to killing viruses.…
Erin Heger,Tania Elliott
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Hydrogen peroxide kills most viruses and bacteria - here's how to use it effectively
Hydrogen peroxide does kill germs and viruses, and a typical 3% concentration is an effective house…
Erin Heger
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Does copper kill germs? Yes, it's effective against COVID-19 within 4 hours
Copper kills most germs within hours because it disrupts a pathogen's protective layers that keep i…
Ashley Laderer,Tania Elliott
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Does alcohol kill germs? Yes, as long as the solution is strong enough
Alcohol does kill germs. Hand sanitizer should contain at least 60% alcohol to be effective and dis…
Rebecca Cairns
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Can drinking alcohol kill germs? Definitely not - here's why
While using alcohol-based solutions on your hands or on surfaces can kill germs, drinking alcohol d…
Ashley Laderer,Tania Elliott
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Antibacterial soap vs. regular soap: Which offers better protection
Antibacterial soap isn't any better at killing viruses and bacteria than regular soap, and it may a…
Rebecca Cairns,Alex Berezow
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How do viruses spread and how to protect yourself against infection
Viruses easily spread between humans through coughs, needles, and sex. Animals can also infect huma…
Ashley Laderer,Tania Elliott
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Hand sanitisers may protect you from COVID germs but could lead to skin problems determines new study
Dr. B.L. Jangid, Dermatologists & Hair Transplant Surgeon, SkinQure Clinic, New Delhi, sha…
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Does cold air kill germs? No, it helps viruses spread
Cold air does not kill germs. Actually, cold weather can make it easier for viruses and bacteria to…
Ashley Laderer
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Copper will not protect you from the coronavirus, despite its germ-killing properties, a microbiologist says
A slew of ads for copper products claim to protect against the coronavirus. But despite having anti…
Gabby Landsverk
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Google Doodle honours Dr Ignaz Semmelweis who controlled Childbed fever with his ‘correct’ handwashing practice
As Coronavirus pandemic sweeps the world, Google Doodle honoured Hungarian physician Ignaz Semmelwe…
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How to clean a sponge so that it is free from germs and viruses
Sponges carry a number of germs. Some of the best methods of disinfection are using a microwave or …
Jennifer Larson
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Expired soap may still protect you against harmful germs — here's how to tell if your expired soap is effective
Most soaps have an expiration date, but you may be still be able to use them effectively. Here's wh…
MK Manoylov
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Chlorine can kill germs on surfaces, but it's more effective at cleaning water- here's why chlorine is better off in your pool
Chlorine needs over 15 minutes to kill some viruses, which is why it is best used as a disinfectant…
Madeline Kennedy,Tania Elliott
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What temperature kills germs? How to use heat properly to get rid of bacteria and viruses
Preparing food and washing clothes at 140 degrees Fahrenheit or above can kill most germs. Here's w…
Rebecca Cairns
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Money can be filthy — here's how to protect yourself from getting sick
Money changes hands around 55 times a year, which means that it plays host to a number of pathogens…
Jennifer Larson,Tania Elliott
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Supermarkets are paying thousands of dollars for this touch-free handwashing machine that kills 99.9% of germs in 12 seconds
High-tech handwashing stations have been popping up in grocery stores around the country as busines…
Havovi Cooper
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The difference between bacteria and viruses, which is more harmful, and how to prevent infection from both
Bacteria and viruses are the most common causes of disease, but they have some key differences. Her…
Kelly Burch,Tania Elliott
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'Cleanse portals' that zap away germs with ultraviolet light are starting to appear as businesses begin to reopen amid the COVID-19 pandemic
Some businesses are using portals that emit far-UVC light to kill germs as they begin reopening dur…