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A big Thank You to all of the #frontliners - nurses, doctors, first responders, police, fireman, grocers, delivery, just to name a few! We appreciate you putting your life on the line and doing what others can’t. #SparkleFreshness #wereinthistogether #wellgetthroughthis #allinthistogether #thenewnormal #overcomingcovid

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Doctors Without Borders is sending aid to the countries hit hardest by Covid-19 and strengthening the infection controls in its already established programs, as well as maintaining existing help in the 70-plus countries it regularly assists. Donate today by visiting doctorswithoutborders.org #SparkleFreshness #wereinthistogether #wellgetthroughthis #doctorswithoutborders #wheretodonate #covidsolutions

#GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world. Today, May 5, 2020, is a global day of unity as a response to the unprecedented need caused by COVID-19. Whether you come together with your family, your community, your company, or your organization, find a way to give back and then share your idea. Visit https://www.givingtuesday.org/ for a directory of individuals and organizations ...you can help and join the generosity movement! #GivingTuesdayNow

The most vulnerable people in our communities need us now more than ever. No one should go hungry during the COVID-19 pandemic. With school closures, job disruptions, and health risks, millions of Americans will turn to food banks for much-needed support. They can't do it alone and you can help. To donate or see how you can make a difference, visit https://www.feedingamerica.org/ #SparkleFreshness #FeedAmerica #COVID #Donate #DonateFoodBanks

The kitchen, or any area where food is prepped or consumed, is one of the best places for germs to hang around. There are so many surfaces you have to touch, often as a matter of habit, that you can easily overlook places to keep disinfected even if you have the best of intentions. Some of the obvious places are the microwave, fridge, and freezer doors, but don’t forget about the shelves on the inside and the handles of vegetable drawers. Silverware: It isn’t just the kni...ves and forks, but the silverware drawer that your fingers brush up against (or you breathe over while the drawer is open) that you should take care to disinfect frequently. If you use reusable grocery bags, it can’t hurt to soak them in the sink with hot soapy water after you’ve put all the groceries away. #SparkleFreshness #COVID19 #disinfect #disinfectingtips #cleaningtips #corona

#HappyEarthDay2020! This year is a bit different, but we can still celebrate 50 years of Earth Day from home! Go to www.earthday.org to see how you can join the festivities online from home and celebrate with everyone across the globe. The Earth Day Org has these digital events going on you should check out: Join the Global Digital Surge Watch Earth Day Live Take 24 hours of action... Let us know how you celebrated #EarthDay this year! #SparkleFreshness

Tips for disinfecting your clothes during COVID-19 While many of us are staying indoors and practicing social distancing, there are many people who simply don't have that luxury and must leave their home for things like work or going to the store to pick up essentials. So, if you do have to venture out during the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s important to consider what to do once you come back. By now, we know that washing our hands for at least 20 seconds is essential, as is disin...fecting travel items like your phone, keys, and credit cards. One thing we’re not quite sure about these days, though, is what we should be doing with the clothes that we wore outside. Here are some tips: 1. Take your clothes off as soon as you enter your home. This will limit the spread of germs that may be on your clothes. Put those clothes immediately into the wash. It is OK to wash these clothes with other clothes. 2. Wash your clothes using the warmest appropriate water setting possible (preferably above 167 degrees) and dry items completely. As for the laundry process itself, it’s key that you remember to wash your hands before touching anything, wear disposable gloves, and then wash your hands again immediately once you take them off. 3. It is recommended that you clean and disinfect which are two different procedures any surfaces where dirty clothing, linens, and towels were stored prior to washing, like for example, your hamper. If possible, placing a disposable bag liner into the hamper rather than simply tossing dirty laundry into the bin is also suggested. #SparkleFreshness #cleaningtips #disinfectingtips #laundryduringcovid #coronavirus #covid19

We often overlook disinfecting our electronics - even though they are some of the most common items we touch all day every day! They need to be disinfected at least every 1-3 days, more depending on your situation. To disinfect electronics such as tablets, touch screens, keyboards, and remote controls: Consider putting a wipeable cover on electronics... Follow manufacturer’s instruction for cleaning and disinfecting If no guidance, use alcohol-based wipes or sprays containing at least 70% alcohol. Dry surface thoroughly. #SparkleFreshness #cleaningtips #disinfectingtips #disinfect #cleanyourelectronics #COVID19 #coronavirus

Preliminary research on other coronaviruses found that they can live on surfaces like metal, glass, and plastic for up to nine days. While plain old soap and water are enough to wash our hands of the virus, these hard surfaces likely need to be treated with something stronger. The CDC defines "cleaning" as removing germs, dirt, and impurities from surfaces and "disinfecting" as the act of using chemicals to actually kill germs. "By killing germs on a surface after cleaning, i...t can further lower the risk of spreading infection," from the CDC's website. There are a few categories of disinfectants that seem to kill COVID-19, according to the CDC. They are: Hydrogen peroxide: Hydrogen peroxide is one chemical disinfectant that's thought to kill COVID-19, and it's something you might already have at home. You can spray 3% hydrogen peroxide directly onto hard surfaces or combine it with soap and essential oils to boost its antimicrobial, antiviral properties. Here's one recipe for a hydrogen-peroxide-based cleaner: 1 tablespoon hydrogen peroxide 1 teaspoon Castile liquid soap 10 drops peppermint essential oil 5 drops eucalyptus essential oil 5 drops lemon essential oil Bleach: You can buy a bleach-based cleaner (just make sure that it's intended for disinfection and not meant to be used only on laundry) or make your own by mixing cup of bleach in a gallon of water, or 4 teaspoons in a quart. Make sure your bleach has not expired, and follow the directions on the label for proper use. Whenever you're handling bleach, you should open windows and wear latex gloves to protect your hands. Remember: Gloves can potentially spread germs when used incorrectly, so be sure you're removing and disposing of yours properly. Alcohol-based disinfectants: The CDC also vouches for alcohol-based disinfectants that are verified with an EPA registration number. You can find a list of 370 of them at https://buff.ly/HIVeQM Once you have your disinfectant of choice, areas like sink faucets, countertops, and doorknobs tend to be touched the most at home and should be disinfected regularly: every few days, or more often if someone in your home has the virus. #SparkleFreshness #COVID19 #cleaningtips #disinfectingtips #staycleanathome #coronavirus #staysafeathome

As we are all now at home observing self-isolation, it's more important than ever to properly disinfect your household. Practice routine cleaning and disinfecting of frequently touched surfaces with household cleaners and EPA-registered disinfectants. High-traffic places to get include: tables hard-backed chairs doorknobs... light switches handles desks toilets faucets sinks remotes electronics - cell phones, tablets, keyboards, mouse Hope this #cleaningtip helps, happy disinfecting! #SparkleFreshness #COVID19 #coronavirus #germs #disinfect #disinfectingtips

You can mix your own disinfectant at home - a solution of bleach and water is a powerful disinfectant to use on hard surfaces around your home. Diluted household bleach solutions need a contact time of at least 1 minute, and allow for proper ventilation during and after application. NEVER mix household bleach with ammonia or any other cleanser! Prepare a bleach solution by mixing:... 5 tablespoons (1/3rd cup) bleach per gallon of water or 4 teaspoons bleach per quart of water Easy peasy! #DIY #Disinfectants #SparkleFreshness #Covid19 #coronavirus #cleaningtips #disinfecting #killgerms