The use of alcohol-based had-rub products does not substitute for hand washing in the group care setting. Hand washing is required to remove visible soil. Alcohol-based hand rubs should be limited to instanes in which no sink is available. These […]
“The true measure of a man is how he treats someone who can do him absolutely no good.” ~Samuel Johnson Some people say there’s no such thing as a selfless act—that any time we do something to help another person, […]
Maintaining good personal hygiene also helps fight infection by removing substances that allow bacteria to grow on the surface of your skin. Personal hygiene includes health practices such as bathing, hand washing, washing your hair, brushing your teeth, and washing […]
The best protection against the ‘flu’ is to get the seasonal ‘flu’ vaccination. Influenza, commonly called ‘flu’, is a contagious illness caused by viruses that are spread from infected persons when they cough or sneeze. The ‘flu’ virus is also […]
Many young people pursue the ideal of vegetarianism, often desiring to limit fat, cholesterol, and calories from their diet. There are potential problems in this pursuit, however, if not done carefully. The elimination of animal products often reduces the intake […]
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