Disinfectants: some should be used sparingly!
The Covid-19 pandemic has increased the use of disinfectants, but scientists warn that some can be dangerous. THE ESSENTIAL The ...
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Vaginal ultrasounds: a defense against the risk of infection
A new system for disinfection of ultrasound probes with UV-C has received the Galien Prize for Innovative Medical Device 2020. ...
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Why do you always have to close the toilet seat before flushing?
Before flushing the toilet, the toilet seat should be closed to prevent the proliferation of contaminated droplets in the air. ...
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Disinfection: a formidable weapon developed against future viruses
A new disinfectant kills viruses on a surface for up to seven days after application. This product could therefore be ...
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UV rays, our allies against Covid-19?
According to researchers, the combination of UV-A and UV-B could deactivate the virus, paving the way for the use of ...
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Coronavirus: is it necessary to disinfect the streets?
While several French cities have taken the plunge, such as Nice, Cannes or Suresnes, health authorities have so far deemed ...
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Disinfecting your pets is strongly discouraged and dangerous
With the spread of the coronavirus and the fear of being infected by their pets, many owners have taken to ...
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Coronavirus: a mortality rate probably lower than announced but still uncertain
Except for certain people at risk, the mortality rate of Covid-19 would be lower than what is announced. Worrying figures ...
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Treat drinking water better to prevent bladder cancer
Better treatment of tap water and our swimming pools would prevent nearly 3,000 bladder cancers annually in Europe. A problem ...
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Peeing in the pool causes toxic molecules to form
By interacting with pool disinfectants, urine induces the production of hundreds of harmful molecules that can damage DNA.Who can claim ...
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Drinking Makes You More Seductive: A Controversial Study
A drink of alcohol makes you more attractive, according to a study of college students. But the protocol and the ...
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Covid-19: Are disinfection gates effective?
To deal with the coronavirus epidemic, it is essential to disinfect hands, surfaces or soiled objects. But is it possible ...
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Single-dose pods: the ANSM warns of the risks of confusion
Physiological serum, disinfectant, ophthalmic eye drops: the single doses follow and resemble each other. The Medicines Safety Agency warns of ...
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Ebola: a robot capable of destroying the virus
A Texas company markets a robot capable of destroying the Ebola virus in a room in less than five minutes.He ...
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Stethoscopes are vectors for the transmission of bacteria
While doctors wash their hands after coming into contact with a patient, the stethoscope does not benefit from comparable hygiene ...
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The stethoscope transmits as much bacteria as the doctor’s hands
According to a recent study, the stethoscope is as contaminated with bacteria as a doctor's hands. But it is not ...
Read moreHygiene and infections in hospitals
Does the hospital or clinic make you sick? If one has to judge from the figures, the answer is undoubtedly ...
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The fish pedicure presents health risks
The Health Agency wants this practice based on the use of fish to detach scales from the skin to be ...
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