This might seem counterintuitive, especially given the assurances on product labels. Not all bacteria or microorganisms are harmful; in fact, some are essential for the immune system to function properly. Not a One-Size-Fits-All Solution While hand sanitizers are effective in disease control by limiting the spread of certain bacteria and viruses, they are not a … Read more
What Is A Pathogen? Pathogens are microorganisms with the potential to cause diseases in humans, animals, and plants. These microscopic creatures range from bacteria to viruses and fungi, and even protozoa. They’re ever-present in our environment, and their spread can easily turn into epidemics or pandemics if left unchecked. Pathogens cause diseases by infecting and … Read more
The Science behind Hand Hygiene Hand hygiene is a critical part of preventing the spread of viruses and bacteria. Medical research has clearly demonstrated that proper handwashing plays an integral role in protecting the public from many forms of illnesses. In fact, studies have found that a large amount of infectious diseases are spread through … Read more
If you don’t have Common Sense on hand – you may have been using another brand of hand sanitizer. Since they don’t have the persistence of our Common Sense formula, you will have had to use them often, especially if you are out and about in high exposure situations. Hand washing is one of the … Read more
The safest way to observe the holiday This Halloween, you might want to think about using a non-toxic surface disinfectant to clean the candy before handing it out to the trick-or-treaters that knock on your door. Sanitize your hands both before and after dispensing sweets. If you use Common Sense hand sanitizer and let it … Read more