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Protect Yourself Against ALL Infectious Diseases!

With all of the hubub regarding the flu and the swine flu, it's easy to forget that there are plenty of other illnesses out there. Some other common cold-weather ailments include:

• Cold- Colds are caused by a virus that infects the nose, sinuses, throat, and airways, and they're often spread through contact with mucus. Symptoms include sneezing, a stuffy and/or runny nose, coughing, scratchy sore throat, and red, watery eyes. Other signs: chills, aches, a mild fever, and swollen lymph glands. Since colds are viral infections, there's no ideal treatment, but fluids and rest, plus decongestants, cough syrups, and antihistamines, can help ease symptoms.
• Bronchitis- More than 25% of those affected by acute bronchitis each year are children; it's most common in kids under 5. The illness, an inflammation of the airways, is usually caused by viruses, bacteria, or allergies. Symptoms include difficulty breathing and a severe cough that may last several weeks. Also possibly a slight fever that in severe cases will spike to above 102°. Treatment for bronchitis is rest and fluids, though antibiotics can help if the infection is bacterial. Medication can suppress a dry cough, but if the cough produces phlegm, talk to your pediatrician about giving a syrup with an expectorant to make it easier for your child to bring up the sputum. Acetaminophen or ibuprofen can reduce fever and aches, and cool-mist humidifiers or steam vaporizers can help ease breathing.
• Sinusitis- About 10% of colds each year develop into sinusitis, an inflammation of the lining of the sinuses that's usually caused by allergies or another infection. Symptoms include nasal congestion and thick nasal discharge, as well as pain, tenderness, swelling, and pressure around the nose. Sinusitis can cause a persistent cough, sore throat, or bad breath. If the infection spreads, it can lead to fever and chills. Treatment is usually a 21-day course of antibiotics. Over-the-counter decongestant nasal sprays can be used for up to three days; after that, they can cause the nasal passages to swell and might actually worsen symptoms. Use antihistamines to reduce allergy symptoms and acetaminophen or ibuprofen for fever and aches. Cool-mist humidifiers and steam vaporizers can make breathing easier.
• Strep Throat- While most expect doctors to prescribe antibiotics for sore throats, streptococcal bacteria cause only about 15 to 25 percent of sore throats; the remainder are caused by respiratory viruses, which are unresponsive to antibiotics. No physician can consistently distinguish between streptococcal pharyngitis and sore throats caused by viruses based on physical examination alone. If you suspect you may strep throat, you should have their throats swabbed to determine if streptococcal bacteria are present.

Germ Free Remotes bags would help protect you and your family from all of these illnessess, as well as the flu and the HINI.

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H1N1 Now In Schools!

"The pending return of the H1N1 swine flu to the northern hemisphere is driving American schools to prepare for the worst. One school is attempting to ban touch among students."

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Until the vaccination comes out (rumored to be October 2009) your best bet for protecting yourself and your family, including school-aged children, is still constant hand-washing. Check out this site for more tips to help protect your health: http://pandemicflu.gov/individualfamily/prevention/index.html

With H1N1 now in schools, Germ Free Remote covers on all A/V equipment could protect a lot of students from getting infected!

Avoid the Flu by Killing Germs on Hidden Surfaces

It's that time of year again! The dreaded FLU SEASON. You have two options: get a flu shot, or take your chances. Making small changes, like using a Germ Free Remotes bag on remotes at hotels or hospitals, can greatly reduce your risk of infection. If you have a large family, particularly young children in school, then you know how often germs are shared. Investing in Germ Free Remotes bags for your home could help keep everyone happy & healthy. Check out our source (linked below) for more tips on how to stay healthy throughout flu season.

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New Study Finds Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria on Remote Controls

A recent University of Arizona TV Remote Control Study, by Dr. Chuck Gerba, ranks the TV remote control as holding the highest level of bacteria in a patient's hospital room. The bacteria can lead to Nosocomial Infection, or hospital-acquired infection.

Among the bacteria found, MRSA the dangerous antibiotic-resistant bacteria were only discovered on the remote controls. There were no traces of it on any other objects tested.

The Study was conducted in June, July and August 2005. The study involved 15 hospital rooms to determine if the greatest number of bacteria in a patient's room occurs on the remote control.

Study Results
-The average total bacteria on the remote controls was 320.
-The average total bacteria on sites in the hospital room was 91.
-The average total bacteria on newly opened disposable remotes was 8.35. There was no detection of Staphylococcus Aureus on newly opened disposable remotes.
-MRSA bacteria were present on television remote controls in patient hospital rooms.

Note: Each remote was tested after the patient was released and the patient room was cleaned.

Staggering Statistics
-Nosocomial Infection - Hospital-Acquired Infections
-More than 2 million Americans acquire hospital-related infections each year.
-Almost 90,000 deaths are reported each year due to nosocomial infections.
-Patients with Staph infections spend an average of 14 days in the hospital compared to other patients.
-Each year, patients with hospital-acquired infections increase hospital bills by more than $9.5 billion

Don't take a change- use a new Germ Free Remotes bag each time to take care of this problem before it even starts!

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