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Norovirus spike in England prompts PHE warning

By News Desk on July 20, 2021

Public Health England (PHE) has issued a warning after norovirus cases were seen to be returning to pre-pandemic levels.

In the past five weeks, 154 outbreaks have been reported, compared to an average of 53…
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FSIC says handwashing is best way to mitigate gastro risks

By News Desk on May 5, 2021

Good handwashing is more effective than hand sanitizer use in reducing the risk of getting norovirus, according to the Food Safety Information Council (FSIC).

Hand sanitizers are effective against reducing COVID-19 but have little effect…
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Scottish agency stresses handwashing value after survey results

By News Desk on September 3, 2020

A survey in Scotland has revealed less than a third of people always use soap or hand wash and water when they are at home.

Around one fifth of respondents also said they spend less…
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The Norovirus Woman explains hand sanitizers and bacteria

By Kelsey M. Mackin on July 11, 2017

TAMPA, FL — Hand sanitizers have surrounded me from elementary school field trips to competitive sporting tournaments in high school and college. Running water wasn’t always available before snack time, or for handling mouth guards …
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Your life is in your hands: Global Handwashing Day is Oct. 15

By U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on October 15, 2016

Editor’s note: In recognition of Global Handwashing Day today, we have compiled information from the CDC about why it is so important to promote this simple activity. 

Handwashing is like a “do-it-yourself” vaccine to reduce…
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FDA’s final rule on antibacterial soaps bans 19 ingredients

By News Desk on September 7, 2016

Nineteen ingredients commonly used in antibacterial soaps and washes, including two suspected endocrine disruptors linked to reproductive and developmental harm, are being phased out with the publication of a new federal rule. In announcing the…
Continue Reading FDA’s final rule on antibacterial soaps bans 19 ingredients

Food protection group agrees norovirus needs more attention

By Jim Mann on April 21, 2016

Editor’s note: The Conference for Food Protection is managed by an executive board that includes 23 voting members who represent: state food regulatory agencies from each of the FDA regions; local food regulatory agencies from …
Continue Reading Food protection group agrees norovirus needs more attention

CFP’s sidebars drive food safety in ‘No Action’ atmosphere

By Jim Mann on April 20, 2016

Editor’s note: The Conference for Food Protection is managed by an executive board that includes 23 voting members who represent: state food regulatory agencies from each of the FDA regions; local food regulatory agencies from …
Continue Reading CFP’s sidebars drive food safety in ‘No Action’ atmosphere

FDA Cracks Down on Hand Sanitizer Claims

By News Desk on April 22, 2011

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration reported Thursday that some hand sanitizers and antiseptic products come with claims that they can prevent infection from E. coli, Salmonella, the H1N1 flu virus and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus…

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Wash Hands to Avoid Petting Farm Infections

By Dan Flynn on January 5, 2011

With the National Western Stock Show opening in Denver on Saturday, and the start-up of county fair season just ahead in Florida, planners of similar events featuring animals and children might look across the pond…

Continue Reading Wash Hands to Avoid Petting Farm Infections

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