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October 2013

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Just keep using sanipose a special risk for spreading tizer and wiping off doors and infectious diseases such as Jerry Bender desks." MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Comprehensive cleaning programs Staphylococcus aureus) because of the should include an Infection Control Plan potential for skin-to-skin and surface-to(ICP) that presents a clear protocol for skin contact among students and athletes. routine cleaning, sanitizing, and targeted While healthy environments are disinfecting, including steps to take in the everyone's business, custodians and mainevent of an infectious disease outbreak. tenance staff play a significant role as the Act now! Offer ends 12/31/2013. 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