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Hand Sanitizers for Beginners

by Barbara Cedillo Alvarez

Barbara Cedillo Alvarez

Oh, boy! There’s no hand soap or water anywhere to wash your hands! That’s no problem. You can use a hand sanitizer to help clean your hands. View our handy guide for additional information.

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    Since 2002, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) has recommended the use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers in hospital settings as a supplement to regular hand washing. This Read More

  • Is Hand Sanitizer Effective?

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  • Hand Sanitizer Pros & Cons

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  • How Does Hand Washing Kill Germs?

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  • Hand Washing for Kids

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  • How to Stay Away from Germs at the Office

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  • How to Avoid Germs in Public

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  • How to Protect Against the Flu

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