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Released: August 20, 2011
Antibacterial chemical raises safety issues
Source: Andrew Martin, The New York Times
The maker of Dial Complete hand soap says that it kills more germs than any other brand. But is it safe? That question has federal regulators, consumer advocates and soap manufacturers locked in a battle over the active ingredient in Dial Complete and many other antibacterial soaps, a chemical known as triclosan.Read Full Article: Antibacterial chemical raises safety issues
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