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When to Disinfect
Disinfecting your home regularly to help keep your family healthy is always important. But in addition to paying daily attention to killing germs, it's especially critical to disinfect at key "germ" times. So remember to disinfect:
- Every day. Germ control is easier when you make quick disinfection a part of your daily routine. Use disinfecting wipes on kitchen countertops and bathroom faucets, handles and sink surfaces daily. This not only kills the germs, but it also makes cleaning day a little easier.
- During Cold and Flu Season. Cold and flu germs are so infectious... and they can survive for days on surfaces. Flu germs are especially tricky, as they can be spread 24 hours before the infected person even knows he/she is sick! Step up your disinfecting of frequently-touched surfaces during cold and flu season to help keep colds and flu away from your family. And remember: everyone over the age of 6 months should get a flu shot!
- When Someone In Your Home Is Sick. This can help prevent the spread of illness to others. Don't forget frequently touched surfaces like doorknobs, telephones and faucet/toilet flush handles.
- After Food Preparation. This will help prevent "cross contamination." Cross-contamination can happen when germs - like E. coli or Salmonella - come in contact with hands, surfaces, or other foods. Germs like these are typically spread from contaminated cutting boards, platters or utensils used for raw meats, poultry or fish.
- During key "germ" occasions. If you are attuned to key times when germs are likely to be at a higher level, you can help reduce their spread through diligent disinfection. Disinfect frequently-touched surfaces:
- Before/after group gatherings
- Before/after play dates
- During cold/flu season
- During holiday times/party season
- When some in the house is sick
- When you are sick
- When others at school or work have colds or the flu