Have you ever wondered why most disinfectants indicate they kill 99.9% or 99.99% of germs, but never promise to wipe out all of them? Perhaps the thought has crossed your mind mid-way through cleaning ...

Break out the hand sanitizer! Experts say one overlooked airplane surface may be crawling with microbes.

The spread of the H1N1 flu, the "swine flu," is thought to spread from person to person through coughing or sneezing. Health officials encourage you to wash your hands often with soap and warm water.

Most people clean their homes with the best intentions, but some of the most common habits actually make things worse rather than better. The tools you trust, the cloths you reuse, and the wipes you ...

As flowers bloom and temperatures climb, many are eager to get back outside. But while the Sun may be shining, there is a dark side that can make the great outdoors not so great. Gangs of germs are ...

DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - Gather your supplies, Science Academy Episode 1 is here! In this episode learn how germs work, especially going into flu season. How washing your hands can help to stop the ...