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| | | HEALTH TIP | | | | Is antibacterial soap a do or a don't? | | Antibacterial soaps, such as those containing triclosan, don't kill germs any more effectively than regular soap does. Using antibacterial soap might even lead to the development of bacteria that are resistant to the product's antimicrobial agents — making it harder to kill these germs in the future. | | | | Need practical advice on diet and exercise? Want creative solutions for stress and other lifestyle issues? Discover even more healthy lifestyle topics at MayoClinic.org. |
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