an arsenal of sanitizers for a nation of germophobes - portable hepa air filter

Amy Scott.
27,2005 "pilot", biography of Martin Scorsese's filmmakers, aviation genius and billionaire Howard Hughes, may be cleaned up at the Oscars tonight.
The film was nominated for 11 Oscars, including best actor nomination by Leonardo DiCaprio, who is working with Pan Am, the federal government and, worse, A group of bacteria that are invisible and ubiquitous.
Experts say,
Hughes with obsessive-compulsive disorder
Obsessive-compulsive disorder, which can be manifested in many ways, including irrational fear of bacteria and forced hand washing.
While they don't usually see their concerns as far away, many viewers may sympathize with him.
Hughes was scared to see the doorknob in the common room.
More and more people believe that the United States is a country with reproductive cells.
Donald Trump, for example, describes himself as a "bacteria fan" who prefers people to say hello in Japanese instead of in bacteria. covered hand. (
People want to know how he got through the reception line at his recent wedding. )
The country's obsession with bacteria should be no surprise.
The news is filled with health concerns such as the SARS epidemic, the cruise ship virus outbreak and the threat of biological weapons.
During a business break, advertisers do their part to alert bacteria lurking in places like your clothes and your mouth.
Consumers can pick bacteria now.
Products such as toothbrush hand sanitizer, air purifier, antibacterial soap, cutting board, clothing, keyboard, and even refrigerator.
According to the Multi-75 % study, about 2002 of Americans often use at least six or more antibacterial productsSponsorship investigation.
Is advertising too far for consumers? Perhaps.
"All these antibacterial things are nuts, except to clean your hands," said Alice Springs, professor of pediatrics at Columbia and College of Surgeons in New York.
"We have been exposed to bacteria," she said . " She added that some exposure is good for building the immune system.
"We should be rational.
"The advertisement is still there, doctor.
Prince and other experts say some concerns are healthy.
After all, humans share the world with billions of microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi and viruses.
Some are beneficial. Others, like E.
E. coli or S. aureus can cause serious diseases.
Although people can't see them, annoying bacteria can breed on door handles. T. M.
For a few examples, handrails, telephones, toys, and computer keyboards, where they can be picked up by uninformed hands.
Health experts say more than 80% of infectious diseases are transmitted by hand.
This explains the popularity of hand sanitizers like Purell --
Water-free lotion produced by GOJO industrial, Akron, Ohio.
Still, just because people live in bacteria, Jack Brown, author of Don't touch that door handle, says: "It doesn't mean you're running around in hazmat suits ! "!
How do bacteria kill you, how do you kill you "(Warner Books). Mr.
However, Brown opened the bathroom door with a paper towel.
While it may not be possible to avoid many bacteria outside, you can take steps to create a relative sanctuary inside.
That's what Debbie Stees Greenspan did.
"I want my family to be a shelter," she said . "
Greenspan, 43, was a hotel executive.
As an allergic patient
Greenspan has eliminated the excitement of carpets and pets.
But one day in 2002, watching her little daughter Haley crawl on the floor, she began to think about what else might be lurking and looked at the issue.
"It's so shocking," she said . "
She found that most of the contaminants were traced to the home on the sole.
It includes bacteria in feces, as well as toxins, contaminants and pesticides.
These findings prompted her to create
Door pads, Mats treated with antimicrobial agents.
Rub your feet twice on the mat to remove up to 99% of debris and destroy Micro
According to a test by Microlab Northwest, a research laboratory in Redmond, Washington, the creatures exposed. ;
The antibacterial chemistry of this product is approved by the Environmental Protection Bureau.
The Doormat is available in various colors and costs $59 on www. drdoormat. com.
"In my wildest dreams, I never thought I would sell doormats . "Greenspan said.
"I want to solve my own problems.
"Advertising doormats are an important first line of defense," agreed John Roberts, a researcher and consultant studying household dust in Seattle.
Those harmless
It looks like dust rabbits may be more worrying than many bacteria.
Sir, in the household dust sample
Roberts found that toxins such as lead, mercury and carcinogens exceeded E. P. A.
Soil standards for super fund sites.
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How did it get there?
"The material in the dust inside reflects our entire industrial life," he explained . "
Known as Dr. Roberts.
He created dust on students in the home Environmental Master program for the American Lung Association.
Dirt can be contaminated with carcinogens that burn coal or oil and fall to the ground.
Many health agencies offer advice on protecting families on their websites.
For example, the American Lung Association in lungusa.
Pay attention to the air quality, it is recommended that the home is well ventilated, smoking-free.
According to E. P. A.
The air pollution at home is probably two to five times that of outside.
Indoor contaminants include mold, mites, bacteria and toxic steam from household cleaners and furniture, as well as smoke and lead.
Air purifiers can help, especially for people with asthma or allergies. High-
Experts say high-efficiency particulate air filters are most effective in fighting against particles such as animal dandruff, mold spores, pollen and household dust.
The price of the HEPA filter ranges from $100 to several hundred dollars, and can be used for central heating and refrigeration systems or for portable equipment.
True air purifier built in Hamilton Beach
UV lamp that can neutralize bacteria and bacteria in the air.
A $169 model for 200 square feet of space;
The other one costs $179 and covers an area of 350 square feet.
HEPA filters are available in many vacuum cleaners.
Hoover's wind tunnel upright has a double chamber for capturing fine dust and heavy particles, as well as a dirty device function that can be felt when the carpet is clean. (Green means yes.
Red indicates continued vacuuming. )
Prices range from $250 to $300.
When it comes to antimicrobial therapy, some experts say that this addition to everyday products is unnecessary at best, and certain methods may lead to "superbacteria" that are resistant ".
"Other studies, often supported by product manufacturers, have found that antimicrobial products can effectively prevent diseases and show no signs of reproductive resistance.
Many new products offer this treatment.
Last year, Samsung began applying an antibacterial coating called Nano to all refrigerators. SilverSeal.
The technology uses silver ions with positive electricity to attract and suffocate bacteria, said Marcia Kim, product manager for Samsung household appliances at N. Ridgefield. J. (
As an effective antibacterial technology, marketing is subject to approval from the Food and Drug Administration. )
Samsung plans to add antibacterial features to all washing machines, microwave ovens and dishwashers.
Based in the United States of America in Stafford, Texas.
, Plans to increase antibacterial protection in its quartz kitchen counter's Silestone series from later this year.
Chicago-based Fellowes offers antibiotics
Computer keyboard and mouse.
Government agencies review the company's claims. The E. P. A.
It regulates many antimicrobial products, and its position is that there is a lack of scientific evidence that products treated with antibacterial drugs can prevent the spread of harmful bacteria in the human body and that companies are not allowed to make health statements.
E. Nancy WhiteP. A.
Advertisers warn consumers of "marketing strategies ".
E. registered advertising productsP. A. --
This does not mean that the agency approves a specific health statement-
There should be a registration number on the label. The F. D. A.
Manage products that claim to kill bacteria related to food or hygiene.
It tells manufacturers what uses and statements they can list, for example, that Purell claims it "kills 99 people ".
99% of the most common bacteria that may cause disease.
"Even if you're not ready to go to the mall to find the latest bug --
Buster, experts suggest simple steps to make your home safer: control dust.
Clean the surface regularly with alcohol or chlorine
The base solution that kills microorganisms.
Replace kitchen sponges frequently or put them in the dishwasher to kill the bacteria.
Health experts agree that the best way to stay healthy is to keep it clean-
Especially hands.
Maybe Howard Hughes is not that weird after all?
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A version of this article appears on page 3003006 of the National edition on February 27, 2005, with the title: money on Sunday: expenditure;
A bank of hand sanitizers in a country with reproductive cells.