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Report: The Downside of Cleanliness?

By Chris Thomas
Lake Stevens Journal


PULLMAN, Wash. - You may be working harder than ever to keep from getting the flu this season, wiping down everything from doorknobs to countertops, but a new report says sometimes, being too clean can also be hazardous to your health. It links the overuse of disinfectant chemicals to a wide range of health problems, including chronic illnesses such as asthma, hormone imbalance and immune system problems.

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