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  • May 2008

    • Keyboards 'Dirtier Than Toilet Seats'

      newser  |  Guardian (UK)  |  May 1, 08 7:01 AM CDT

      Keyboards 'Dirtier Than Toilet Seats'

      A microbiologist studying computer keyboards discovered that some of them harbored more bacteria than the average toilet seat, the Guardian reports. The dirtiest—which had to be removed from an office—had 150 times the level of acceptable bacteria, putting the user at risk of catching bugs that cause diarrhea and vomiting. "It was off the scale," the researcher said. More »

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      computer  • bacteria  • E. coli  • hygiene  • computer hardware  • cleaning  • dirt

  • April 2008

    • When Green Doesn't Mean Safe

      newser  |  Los Angeles Times  |  Apr 28, 08 12:16 PM CDT

      When Green Doesn't Mean Safe

      Americans are increasingly buying eco-friendly cleaning agents, the Los Angeles Times reports, in an attempt to limit exposure to toxic chemicals. But consumer advocates urge caution in embracing the “green” label on cleaners, which is more marketing lingo than strict scientific criteria. A recent study found a common carcinogen in 50% of household cleaners, including those with earth-friendly labels. More »

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      cancer  • toxic chemicals  • green products  • eco friendliness  • carcinogens  • cleaning  • green revolution

  • October 2007

    • Cleaners May Trigger Asthma

      newser  |  BBC  |  Oct 14, 07 11:58 AM CDT

      Cleaners May Trigger Asthma

      Cleaning products with bleach and air fresheners may cause asthma, or aggravate symptoms, even if those products are used only once a week, according to new research. As many as 1 in 7 asthma cases may be caused by exposure to household cleaners, says a study in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine. More »

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      asthma  • housework  • cleaning  • air freshener

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