According to an article on the NBC News website, researchers at the University of Maryland are examining the dormitories so they can evaluate the spread of influenza. Dr. Donald Milton and colleagues conducted this research with an aim to see the effect of the flu on students living in the dormitories. The purpose of the […]
Hazardous Bacterial Presence Detected While Studying Everyday Items
A recent survey by the BC Centre for Disease Control discovered that 80% of infections spread from items that people access or touch every single day. The most common culprits are money, keys, and cell phones. In fact, a 2011 study by the London School of Hygiene found traces of fecal material on 1 out […]
How Falls Can Negatively Impact Your Business and How to Prevent Them
The primary objective of any owner or supervisor is to minimize risks and maximize efficiency in the workplace. They accomplish this by eliminating possible health and safety breaches and maintaining a positive work environment for employees and customers that is clean, organized, and free of hazards. If more corporations understood the importance of cleanliness and […]
ATTN Cleaning Companies – How to Make a Winning Bid
A recent vote by the East Peoria (IL) City Council awarded a cleaning contract to a local cleaning services company that was the lowest of five bidders for the job, proving the importance of pitching the right bid. Being the winning bidder in a competitive bidding contest can be tricky. So what can you do […]
Tips for An Easy After-Party Clean Up
Independence Day is upon us and you know what that means. It’s time to bust out the grill, grab your bathing suit, and party! Fourth of July parties are all fun and games until they’re over; then the cleaning process begins. If you want to celebrate the 4th and not worry about the aftermath, here […]
2018 Hurricane Predictions
2018’s hurricane season is expected to be an above-average season similar to 2017. Last year we saw 17 named storms, with three major hurricanes landing in the United States. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) predict a 70 percent chance of 10 to 16 named storms with winds of 39 mph or higher. Of […]
What to do After the Hurricane
The hurricane is over. You are filled with both relief and fear. What happens next? Here is a checklist of what you should do after a hurricane. If you have cell phone service and/or power, check in with family members and friends. Texting and social media are great options and won’t use as much battery […]
During a Hurricane
During a hurricane, it can be normal to feel anxious. Being prepared and keeping yourself occupied can help give you the confidence that your family and home will be safe. Here are some tips to get you through the storm: When the hurricane is six hours away from landfall, and you are not in an […]
How to Prepare for a Hurricane
Every hurricane season, we all witness the catastrophic affects of hurricanes. Many mistakenly believe that hurricanes are just a threat to coastal communities, but the truth is that high winds, heavy rainfall, flooding, and even tornadoes can have devastating impacts many miles inland. This is why everyone should take action now to be prepared for […]
CDC Says Aggressive Cleaning To Combat Flu Not Necessary
This year’s flu season proved to be one of the worst in history even with the flu vaccine. Experts say that in North Texas alone, in the 2017-18 flu season, experienced 60 deaths in Dallas County alone. And across the country, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that 53 children have died […]
