Today, it is hard for us to fully appreciate the great revolution in medicine known as “germ theory” and the role that animal research played in its development. It seems impossible that people once ...

Most people clean their homes with the best intentions, but some of the most common habits actually make things worse rather than better. The tools you trust, the cloths you reuse, and the wipes you ...

Have you ever wondered why most disinfectants indicate they kill 99.9% or 99.99% of germs, but never promise to wipe out all of them? Perhaps the thought has crossed your mind mid-way through cleaning ...

The spread of the H1N1 flu, the "swine flu," is thought to spread from person to person through coughing or sneezing. Health officials encourage you to wash your hands often with soap and warm water.

Is it true that shopping carts are covered in an unusual amount of germs? The science shows that yes, shopping carts, particularly the handles and seats, can harbor a lot of germs. Research has shown ...

Keeping your home clean and free of germs is a never-ending job. While you might think that the most germ-laden place is the bathroom, the kitchen takes the cake. According to The Spruce, the kitchen ...