Cleaning tools often get overlooked, but without proper disinfection, they can spread more dirt and bacteria than they remove ...

Cleaning tools often get overlooked, but without proper disinfection, they can spread more dirt and bacteria than they remove. And with the big spring clean right around the corner, I'm giving my ...

According to Consumer Reports, cleaning removes dirt and germs, sanitizing reduces bacteria to safe levels and disinfecting ...

"Cleaning removes dirt and germs, which is often enough. Sanitizing reduces bacteria to safe levels, and disinfecting kills bacteria and viruses," said Jodhaira Rodriguez, Consumer Reports.

However, you should still clean and disinfect surfaces in your home, especially if someone has tested positive for the virus. This alone can help reduce the spread of infection. CDC guidelines ...