Cold Water Is as Effective as Hot For Washing Your Hands

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Cold Water Is as Effective as Hot For Washing Your Hands

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Germs are everywhere. Swine flu, regular flu, our homes, the gym — there's no escaping the little buggers. One of the best ways to protect yourself is still the easiest: wash those hands! If you're like me, you probably believe that the hotter the

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When washing your hands, water temp does not matter Whhttp://bit.ly/23pnc1 - in flu season, just wash your hands!

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