Antiseptic Chlorhexidine and Use of Nose Ointment Slowing Down MRSA – Study
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Medical QuackPosted
Wed 06 Jan 2010 9:32pmAntiseptic chlorhexidine along with a nasal ointment in a study done in the Netherlands seems to be making an impact in reducing staph. The US also did a study at six... in mouthwash to help reduce plaque and bacteria. BD
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OTC DRUG Nationwide Recall--Important information for patients about IV PREP Antiseptic Wipes
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FDAPosted
Mon 07 Mar 2011 5:03pm
a U.S. voluntary nationwide recall of selected lots of IV PREP Antiseptic Wipes (product number 59421200) manufactured for Smith & Nephew by The Triad Group.
This Smith & Nephew... and surgical patients.
Smith & Nephew has halted all shipments of IV PREP Antiseptic Wipes manufactured for Smith & Nephew by The Triad Group. All customers and patients are advised
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Want to Feel Morally Superior? Use Purell.
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Dr. Summer J.Posted
Tue 31 Aug 2010 7:40am
We have all heard the adage "cleanliness is godliness", but according to a new study reported in Wired, cleanliness also translates into moral superiority. Behavioral scientists have found that students who were asked to rate moral situations who use antiseptic...
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GROCERY CART ALERT!
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A. Brewster S.Posted
Sat 08 Aug 2009 10:39pm
I don't know if many of you have noticed this new occurence, but lately a new gadget is hanging around at area grocery stores. Antiseptic soap wipes!
That's right! Why is this? Could it be that the grocery cart is one of the dirtiest, germ laden vehicles around?
Check it out!
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Quote of the Week
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Jennifer NordinPosted
Sat 05 Dec 2009 12:00am
"I expect that essential oils may someday prove a vital weapon in the fight against strains of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Lavender, thyme and tea-tree [Melaleuca] oils have been used for centuries as antiseptics; their chemical compounds appear to kill microbes on contact."
~Andrew Weil, M.D., Self-Healing Series, Oct. 1996
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Product of the Week – Skintech Purigel
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OnlyNatureBlogPosted
Thu 27 Jan 2011 8:42pm
Skintech Purigel refreshes the skin and calms irritation. It is a long-term maintenance cure against acne and oily skin-related problems. Antiseptic and anti-inflammatory, decreases the secretion of sebum and closes up dilated pores as well as improving skin generation due to regular exfoliation of dead cells. Apply morning
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PICC Line Problems Are Over
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DariaPosted
Wed 01 Jul 2009 6:38pm
Yesterday I had my PICC redressed for the first time in 7 days and it was adhesive style of bandage. That is three weeks in a row with adhesive style bandages and my skin looked normal underneath each time. No allergic reaction to anything. We think that the major switch from chlorhexidine, a skin antiseptic to benadine is what did it.
Looks
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Self Heal
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JozephinePosted
Tue 04 Aug 2009 7:27pm
Self Heal
This little plant is called Self Heal. It's a sort of mint and has antiseptic properties. They used to use it to prevent wounds from going septic and to promote healing. It was particularly good, apparently, as a mouth wash for curing ulcers and sore throats. I like it because of its appealing name and its unassuming beauty.
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Germ buster recipe
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yourbodyneedsPosted
Thu 28 Jan 2010 9:05am
The majority of essential oils have antiseptic properties, which means they inhibit the growth of bacteria. In using them, they will not only make your home or office smell wonderful but you are purifying it as well – especially important during the winter season. Here is a recipe you can use in a tea light diffuser or nebulizer. Some of the essential
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