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Yahoo
6 hours ago
- Health
- Yahoo
ACI Elevates Health and Hygiene with the launch of Cleaning for Health Initiative
New Cleaning for Health Initiative, underscores the importance of safeguarding health & promoting wellbeing Survey shows Americans recognize the connection between cleaning and health Learn more about the new Levels of Clean Guide WASHINGTON, June 09, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The American Cleaning Institute launched its new Cleaning for Health initiative, aimed at empowering individuals and communities with the knowledge and tools to put into practice smart, targeted cleaning strategies that not only maintain their health, but create healthier living environments. ACI's latest survey, conducted by Wakefield Research, revealed that 97% of Americans believe cleaning and hygiene are important for public health and the health of our communities. Additionally, three in four people (74%) have changed their cleaning habits to improve health - and the majority recognize the positive impact of cleaning on both physical (91%) and mental (84%) well-being. To kick off the launch of Cleaning for Health, ACI is introducing a new resource guide: "Levels of Clean." This free resource guide, backed by health and safety experts, provides helpful tips and information on the level of cleaning you should employ throughout your home based on factors such as the presence of viruses and sickness or a family member's susceptibility to illness or allergies. "At ACI, we know cleaning plays a critical role in everyday life, but how you approach it often shifts depending on life stage, seasonal routines, and personal health concerns," said Brian Sansoni, ACI Senior Vice President of Communications and Outreach. "Cleaning is more than just a chore; it's one of the most important actions individuals and families can take to prevent the spread of common viruses and illnesses. The Cleaning for Health initiative builds on our commitment to being a trusted source for practical, science-based guidance that helps individuals and families make informed choices about their cleaning routines." "In my practice, I see the consequences of preventable illness every day - missed school, missed work and germs being passed from one family member to another," said Dr. Bayo Curry-Winchell, urgent care physician and health advocate. "I try to emphasize to my patients that small, consistent habits - like handwashing, surface disinfecting, and maintaining a clean home can play a powerful role in keeping individuals and families healthier." To learn more about Levels of Clean and how to stay safe and healthy, visit the new Cleaning for Health webpage at As part of Cleaning for Health, and for the third consecutive year, ACI is partnering with the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) to ensure individuals and families are equipped with the most up-to-date guidance on protecting themselves from illness. This collaboration builds on a suite of resources developed jointly by ACI and AAFP offering practical, accessible information for families seeking to use everyday cleaning as a tool to support better health. Topics include: Disinfecting Your Home. A guide on when and how to disinfect household surfaces to help stop the spread of germs. Preparing for Parenthood: Cleaning Your Home. Tips for parents of infants on how to keep a safe, clean environment during the early stages of development to help prevent illness. About the Survey The ACI Spring Cleaning Survey was conducted by Wakefield Research ( among 1,000 nationally representative U.S. adults ages 18+, between February 10th and February 18th, 2025, using an email invitation and an online survey. The data has been weighted to ensure an accurate representation of nationally representative U.S. adults ages 18+. Results of any sample are subject to sampling variation. The magnitude of the variation is measurable and is affected by the number of interviews and the level of the percentages expressing the results. For the interviews conducted in this particular study, the chances are 95 in 100 that a survey result does not vary, plus or minus, by more than 3.1 percentage points from the result that would be obtained if interviews had been conducted with all persons in the universe represented by the sample. About The American Cleaning Institute The American Cleaning Institute® (ACI – is the Home of the U.S. Cleaning Products Industry® and represents the $60 billion U.S. cleaning product supply chain. ACI members include the manufacturers and formulators of soaps, detergents, and general cleaning products used in household, commercial, industrial and institutional settings; companies that supply ingredients and finished packaging for these products; and chemical distributors. ACI serves the growth and innovation of the U.S. cleaning products industry by advancing the health and quality of life of people and protecting our planet. ACI achieves this through a continuous commitment to sound science and being a credible voice for the cleaning products industry. 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Business Wire
6 hours ago
- Health
- Business Wire
ACI Elevates Health and Hygiene with the launch of Cleaning for Health Initiative
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The American Cleaning Institute launched its new Cleaning for Health initiative, aimed at empowering individuals and communities with the knowledge and tools to put into practice smart, targeted cleaning strategies that not only maintain their health, but create healthier living environments. ACI is introducing a new resource guide: 'Levels of Clean.' This free resource guide, backed by health and safety experts, provides helpful tips and information on the level of cleaning you should employ throughout your home. Share ACI's latest survey, conducted by Wakefield Research, revealed that 97% of Americans believe cleaning and hygiene are important for public health and the health of our communities. Additionally, three in four people (74%) have changed their cleaning habits to improve health - and the majority recognize the positive impact of cleaning on both physical (91%) and mental (84%) well-being. To kick off the launch of Cleaning for Health, ACI is introducing a new resource guide: 'Levels of Clean.' This free resource guide, backed by health and safety experts, provides helpful tips and information on the level of cleaning you should employ throughout your home based on factors such as the presence of viruses and sickness or a family member's susceptibility to illness or allergies. 'At ACI, we know cleaning plays a critical role in everyday life, but how you approach it often shifts depending on life stage, seasonal routines, and personal health concerns,' said Brian Sansoni, ACI Senior Vice President of Communications and Outreach. 'Cleaning is more than just a chore; it's one of the most important actions individuals and families can take to prevent the spread of common viruses and illnesses. The Cleaning for Health initiative builds on our commitment to being a trusted source for practical, science-based guidance that helps individuals and families make informed choices about their cleaning routines.' "In my practice, I see the consequences of preventable illness every day - missed school, missed work and germs being passed from one family member to another,' said Dr. Bayo Curry-Winchell, urgent care physician and health advocate. 'I try to emphasize to my patients that small, consistent habits - like handwashing, surface disinfecting, and maintaining a clean home can play a powerful role in keeping individuals and families healthier." To learn more about Levels of Clean and how to stay safe and healthy, visit the new Cleaning for Health webpage at As part of Cleaning for Health, and for the third consecutive year, ACI is partnering with the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) to ensure individuals and families are equipped with the most up-to-date guidance on protecting themselves from illness. This collaboration builds on a suite of resources developed jointly by ACI and AAFP offering practical, accessible information for families seeking to use everyday cleaning as a tool to support better health. Topics include: Disinfecting Your Home. A guide on when and how to disinfect household surfaces to help stop the spread of germs. Preparing for Parenthood: Cleaning Your Home. Tips for parents of infants on how to keep a safe, clean environment during the early stages of development to help prevent illness. About the Survey The ACI Spring Cleaning Survey was conducted by Wakefield Research ( among 1,000 nationally representative U.S. adults ages 18+, between February 10th and February 18th, 2025, using an email invitation and an online survey. The data has been weighted to ensure an accurate representation of nationally representative U.S. adults ages 18+. Results of any sample are subject to sampling variation. The magnitude of the variation is measurable and is affected by the number of interviews and the level of the percentages expressing the results. For the interviews conducted in this particular study, the chances are 95 in 100 that a survey result does not vary, plus or minus, by more than 3.1 percentage points from the result that would be obtained if interviews had been conducted with all persons in the universe represented by the sample. About The American Cleaning Institute The American Cleaning Institute® (ACI – is the Home of the U.S. Cleaning Products Industry® and represents the $60 billion U.S. cleaning product supply chain. ACI members include the manufacturers and formulators of soaps, detergents, and general cleaning products used in household, commercial, industrial and institutional settings; companies that supply ingredients and finished packaging for these products; and chemical distributors. ACI serves the growth and innovation of the U.S. cleaning products industry by advancing the health and quality of life of people and protecting our planet. ACI achieves this through a continuous commitment to sound science and being a credible voice for the cleaning products industry.
Yahoo
13-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Doctors Reveal The Unexpected Cough Remedy That Kicks In ASAP
A lot of us have a cough now, right? Maybe you were sick a couple of weeks ago and are better, but the coughing just won't go away. You may be popping cough drops like it's your job, or maybe you've just accepted that the symptom is your way of life for now. Maybe you're googling at-home treatments in the middle of the night, ready to try just about anything. There's an option you probably haven't tried or wouldn't think to: marshmallows. (Well, sort of.) Ahead, doctors give more details about a helpful ingredient, what it does and other surprising options that may do the trick. Here's the deal. A store-bought marshmallow won't fit the bill, unfortunately, because it's not made with the key ingredient for relieving a cough: marshmallow root extract, or Althaea officinalis, an herb used as medicine for over 2,000 years. 'The natural marshmallow root or plant has been shown to decrease throat irritation and coughing,' explained Dr. Bayo Curry-Winchell, a family medicine physician, nationally recognized health equity advocate and TED Talk speaker. 'The soothing effect comes from the plant's natural coating, called mucilaginous, which is a sticky gelatin substance that might help reduce a cough.' Multiple studies back this up: For example, surveys published in Complementary Medicine Research in 2018 justified marshmallow root extract for the symptomatic treatment of a dry cough. And a 2020 review in the same publication said it could help with a cough, sore throat and other respiratory ailments. Additionally, a 2021 study in a German journal found that adding honey to the marshmallow root extract helped prolong the extract's coating on the throat. Last but not least, a 2013 article in the Pakistan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences supported lozenges as a delivery form for marshmallow root extract when treating irritated oropharyngeal mucosa (a type of inflammation) and the dry cough associated with it. You can consume the root in various ways: drinking several cups of the tea, drinking a glass of water with 30 to 40 drops of the tincture or swallowing capsules that contain the equivalent of 6 grams of the powdered root, in divided doses. You can typically buy these products (and more versions) at local grocery stores or retailers like Amazon or Walmart. But don't just run out and buy it right this second; while Mount Sinai medical system states the root is generally safe to take, you should make sure you talk to a doctor before using it (or any other medication or supplement) since interactions can occur. So is it time to throw away the cough syrup? Not quite, doctors say. Marshmallow root extract is best when a cough or sore throat is minor and not accompanied by other major symptoms. One of the great benefits of the product is that kicks in and reduces irritation fairly quickly. Curry-Winchell pointed to the 2018 study, which found most participants felt the results in roughly 10 minutes. So, it may be a great option before you head into a class or meeting, hoping to keep coughing to a minimum. However, the effect doesn't last super long. Dr. Michael Chichak, the medical director at MEDvidi and a general practitioner with 13 years of experience, estimated around 10 to 20 minutes, though it can vary. If you need to suppress your cough for longer, he said, your best option is consuming it as a lozenge or tea. And don't ignore your cough if it continues. 'As more complex medical problems arise, more thorough treatment options become necessary, particularly when more severe coughing is present,' Chichak said. See a doctor about a cough if it lasts longer than three weeks, you're losing weight for no reason, you have a weakened immune system or you're also experiencing chest pain. The following may also ease this symptom, according to Curry-Winchell and Chichak: Honey (It coats the throat and fights germs.) Pineapple juice (It has bromelain, which lessens mucus production.) Warm salt water (Gargling it can reduce throat inflammation.) Licorice root tea (It's anti-inflammatory.) Warm water with honey or bone broth (It contains natural ingredients that can soothe your throat and calm your cough.) Even if the marshmallow root extract or honey or pineapple juice or other options don't fully solve your problem, they taste good, right? That counts for something. Dietitians Share A Surprising Food That Can Help When You're Sick 5 Things Doctors Never, Ever Do During Cold And Flu Season Worried About Getting Norovirus? Do These 7 Things To Prevent It From Spreading.
