What Are Germs

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What Are Germs?

kidshealth.org — “Germs are the microscopic bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa that can cause disease. With a little prevention, you can keep harmful germs out of your family's way!View full resource at kidshealth.org

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Most Recently Shared on November 4, 2009 at 2:05 pm By:

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With a little prevention, you can keep harmful germs out of your family's way: http://kidshealth.org/parent/general/sick/germs.html

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The Further Adventures of Germ Girl

germgirl.tumblr.com — “What vaccination saves: 42k deaths, 20mm cases disease, net savings of...View full resource at germgirl.tumblr.com

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Most Recently Shared on July 9, 2011 at 5:44 pm By:

marynmck Maryn McKenna Health Communicator

What vaccination saves: 42k deaths, 20mm cases disease, net savings of $83bb - sethmnookin: http://tumblr.com/xut3erv8qe

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The Further Adventures of Germ Girl

germgirl.tumblr.com — “Complex: The Australian examines children's adverse reactions to CSL's swine-flu vaccine http://www.theaustralian.com.au/news/features/virus-in-the-system/story-e6frg8h6-1226063484330 …What followed...View full resource at germgirl.tumblr.com

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Most Recently Shared on May 27, 2011 at 8:06 pm By:

marynmck Maryn McKenna Health Communicator

Complex: The Australian examines children's adverse reactions to CSL's swine-flu vaccine - …What followed... http://tumblr.com/xut2pnwym8

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The Further Adventures of Germ Girl

germgirl.tumblr.com — “Vanderbilt docs: Use clinda not Bactrim for peds CA-MRSA (press rel) http://news.vanderbilt.edu/2011/08/oral-anitibiotics-and-mrsa-infections-children/ (Q. for doc readers: What about clinda and C....View full resource at germgirl.tumblr.com

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Most Recently Shared on August 18, 2011 at 1:57 pm By:

marynmck Maryn McKenna Health Communicator

Vanderbilt docs: Use clinda not Bactrim for peds CA-MRSA (press rel) - (Q. for doc readers: What about... http://t.co/VPdo0hl

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10 Worst Germ Hot Spots

prevention.com — “Germs and bacteria can show up in some pretty unexpected places in your home. Learn the best ways to clean house, improve hygiene and keep your family safe and healthy at Prevention.View full resource at prevention.com

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ICK! What you need to know before you wash your hands in a public bathroom http://ow.ly/5CqcY

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Do hospital privacy curtains spread deadly germs? What study says - HealthPop - CBS News

cbsnews.com — “Researchers took 180 samples from 43 curtains, found potentially dangerous bacteria in 119 Read more by Ryan Jaslow on CBS News' HealthPop.View full resource at cbsnews.com

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Do hospital privacy curtains spread deadly germs? http://t.co/MKRce9Rs

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Antimicrobial and Germ-Fighting Gym Gear

fitsugar.com — “Let's face it; it's tough to avoid germs when you're breaking a sweat. And it's even harder to keep bacteria at bay if you're sharing space with hundreds of other fitness fans at the gym or in the studio. What's an exerciser to do to stay healthy andView full resource at fitsugar.com

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When Kids Are Sick: How to Prevent Germs from Spreading

webmd.com — “Want to prevent viruses from spreading in your home? These quick tips from the pros may help.View full resource at webmd.com

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hb2k Arthur M. Healthy Eating Advisor

When Kids Are Sick: How to Prevent Germs from Spreading http://ff.im/-ouwV4

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How Can I Wash My Hands Without Spreading Germs?

kidshealth.org — “Find out what the experts have to say.View full resource at kidshealth.org

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Q&A for teens - How Can I Wash My Hands Without Spreading Germs? http://bit.ly/QYhpV

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Fascinating Facts About Germs: Viruses, Bacteria, Antibiotics

familydoctormag.com — “What's the difference between a virus and bacteria? Why don't antibiotics kill viruses? Is the five-second rule real or a myth? Fascinating facts about germs.View full resource at familydoctormag.com

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familydoctormag Leigh Ann Otte Health Magazine

Why don't antibiotics kill viruses? 6 germy Q&As http://bit.ly/9Vnz7p

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Gas Pump Handles, ATMs Among Dirtiest, Germ-Ridden Surfaces

medicalnewstoday.com — “What do gas pump handles, ATM buttons, mailbox handles and escalator rails have in common in the USA? As the flu season approaches, you may wish make a note of this: they are amongst the mostView full resource at medicalnewstoday.com

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Gas Pump Handles, ATMs Among Dirtiest, Germ-Ridden Surfaces http://t.co/sS0Mgz9d #flu

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What Is Infection? What Cause Infections?

medicalnewstoday.com — “A human with an infection has another organism inside them which gets its sustenance (nourishment) from that person, it colonizes that person and reproduces inside them. The human with thatView full resource at medicalnewstoday.com

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What's a Cavity?

kidshealth.org — “Cavities are small holes in your teeth that need to be filled. Find out what causes tooth decay and how dentists handle it.View full resource at kidshealth.org

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Explaining Cavities to your kids. A kid-friendly website. http://bit.ly/e3e92

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Germs: Understand and protect against bacteria, viruses and infection - MayoClinic.com

mayoclinic.com — “Germs. Learn how germs work and what you can do to protect yourself.View full resource at mayoclinic.com

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MayoClinic Mayo Clinic Health Site

Germs: How they work and what you can do to protect yourself. http://t.co/s3emHxo

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