Tag: hygiene
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Preventing Back-to-School Communicable Diseases in Singapore
Overview: Why Preventive Measures Matter at the Start of the School Year As schools in Singapore welcome students back after holidays, the risk of transmissible illnesses rises. The Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA) emphasizes that simple, consistent preventive actions can significantly reduce the spread of infections in classrooms, hallways, and transport settings. With millions of student…
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Stay Well This Holiday Season: Family Health Tips
Stay Well This Holiday Season: Practical Tips for Busy Families As the year closes, the holidays bring warmth, reunion, and a flurry of activities—balik kampung trips, festive gatherings, and vacations. Yet the same joy can be derailed in an instant when illness spreads through the household, turning plans into cancellations. With a little planning, you…
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5 Simple Steps to Stay Ill and Enjoy Christmas
Introduction: Why a healthy plan matters this festive season The holiday period can be a sprint of social events, late meals, and cozy gatherings. Coughing colleagues, crowded parties, and the ‘super flu’ chatter can all make you worry about staying well. By following five simple steps, you can strengthen your immune defences and enjoy Christmas…
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5 Simple Steps to Stay Well This Christmas
Why staying well matters this Christmas As the year ends, the festive season brings celebrations, family gatherings, and a flurry of activities. It also comes with a higher risk of catching colds, flu, and other winter illnesses. If you want to enjoy the holidays without feeling run down, a few practical, evidence‑based steps can make…
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5 Simple Steps to Avoid Illness This Christmas
Introduction: The Christmas rush and the risk of illness As the festive season approaches, every outing, gathering, and shopping trip increases the chances of catching a bug. With reports of a strong flu season and a year of busy schedules leaving many run down, taking care of your health is more important than ever. Here…
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The vagina microbiome: how bacteria protect health
Understanding the vaginal microbiome The vagina hosts a thriving community of microorganisms that together form the vaginal microbiome. Just as a forest needs a balance of plants, fungi, and animals to stay healthy, a diverse and stable microbiome helps protect vaginal health. The most well-studied bacteria in this environment are Lactobacillus species, which produce lactic…
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The Vaginal Microbiome: How Balanced Bacteria Can Boost Health
Understanding the vaginal microbiome The vagina hosts a complex ecosystem of bacteria that plays a crucial role in intimate and general health. Much like a forest, it thrives when diverse species coexist in balance. The leading players in a healthy vaginal microbiome are lactobacilli, a group of bacteria that keep the environment acidic and protect…
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Whole Body Scents: Why All-Over Body Sprays Are Trending
What Are All-Over Body Sprays? All-over body sprays, also marketed as whole-body deodorants or body mists, are products designed to provide fragrance and odor control across the entire surface of the skin. Unlike traditional colognes or perfumes that target a few pulse points, these sprays are formulated to be lighter in scent yet long-lasting enough…
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New multifunctional flame-retardant, antibacterial polyurethane foam advances fire safety and hygiene
Groundbreaking multifunctional foam blends fire safety with hygiene A recent study has unveiled a novel multifunctional polyurethane foam that not only resists flames and suppresses smoke but also inhibits bacterial growth. By integrating advanced fire-retardant chemistry with antibacterial additives, researchers are pioneering a material that addresses two critical concerns for modern facilities: effective fire safety…
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Multifunctional flame-retardant polyurethane foam blends fire safety and antibacterial protection
Reinventing polyurethane foam: fire safety meets antibacterial protection Researchers have unveiled a multifunctional polyurethane foam that not only resists ignition and suppresses smoke but also actively prevents bacterial growth. This breakthrough integrates fire safety with hygiene and sustainability, offering a material that can improve safety in homes, hospitals, and workplaces while reducing environmental impact. How…