14 Unexpected Household Uses for Nail Polish Remover
Photo: Pelagija (Shutterstock) Mmm, nail polish remover. That sweet-smelling elixir—wait, sorry. I was sniffing my nail polish remover and I blacked out for a minute. We all know this pungent beauty staple definitely does not smell sweet. But the same chemical that provides its trademark unpleasant scent is what makes it great at cleaning dirt, […]
Further Updates to Cal/OSHA’s COVID-19 Emergency Temporary Standards Likely Coming Soon | Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP
At its upcoming April 21, 2022 meeting, the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (“Cal/OSHA”) Standards Board will decide whether to readopt the fourth iteration of its COVID-19 Emergency Temporary Standards (“ETS”), which first went into effect on November 30, 2020. The ETS apply to all employees not covered by Cal/OSHA’s Aerosol Transmissible Disease […]
Become a Spring Cleaning Pro with These Genius Tips
The days are getting longer and warmer, and that means one thing: It’s time to start thinking about spring cleaning. It’s an important ritual—nothing feels quite as refreshing and satisfying as a sparkling-clean living space—but one that can feel incredibly daunting. That’s why we’ve called on Clorox® Canada ambassador Melissa Maker, known best as the […]
Wisconsin zoos, animal sanctuaries take precautions against avian flu
Normally at this time of year, staff at Heartland Farm Sanctuary in Verona would be gearing up for the wave of visitors coming to pet, cuddle and admire their adorable menagerie of farm animals. “Lots of sheep snuggles and goat scratches,” said Jamie Monroe, the sanctuary’s communications director. Instead, public and private tours are on hiatus, […]
COVID is airborne and why it took WHO 2 years to admit it
FILE PHOTO MANILA, Philippines—Earlier this year, President Rodrigo Duterte expressed bewilderment about how Omicron, a variant of the COVID-causing virus SARS Cov-2, was able to infect more people, including those who just stayed home. “This Omicron has hit so many people who wear masks, who are vaccinated. Even those who just stay at home, they […]
5 Easter gifts that aren’t chocolate – Royal Examiner
When the weather starts to warm up, it’s time to take care of your spring cleaning and yard work. Here’s a list of tasks to complete both inside and outside your home. Inside 1. Sort through your belongings and throw away, sell and donate what you no longer need.2. Air out each room.3. Dust and […]
Safety tips for buying and using essential oils
Despite their name, essential oils aren’t really that essential for health. It’s a brilliant marketing strategy, but it’s a misnomer—they can’t affect our bodies the way, say, nutrients can. Still, essential oil labels tout potential benefits such as relaxation, elevated mood, antifungal properties, and pain relief—and some studies have indeed demonstrated beneficial effects. But when […]
6 Household Cleaning Items Everyone Should Have — RISMedia
Cleaning can be a rigorous task. Thankfully, your next cleaning session doesn’t have to be so difficult. The right tools and cleaners can make all the difference when it comes to your household cleaning jobs. These six cleaning items should be in everyone’s home. Microfiber ClothIf you value a gleaming clean, microfiber cloths can do […]
SVMC: Influenza alert | Community News
BENNINGTON — The most common respiratory illness circulating right now isn’t COVID; it’s influenza. But most people who come down with the flu don’t need medical help. In fact, no test is needed most of the time, and the best treatments are surprisingly low tech. You can easily do them yourself at home. Here’s what […]
Cleaning house after a case of Covid-19
If someone in your home becomes infected with Covid-19, they should self-isolate in their room, and if personal interaction is necessary, wear a face mask and observe physical distancing. But what household cleaning and disinfecting measures should be taken during the illness and after the person has recovered? Many people feel compelled to scrub down […]