FDA examines safety and effectiveness of antibacterial soaps
Clip: 12/16/2013 | 3m 43s
FDA examines safety and effectiveness of antibacterial soaps
Recent research suggests that chemicals in antibacterials soaps can interfere with hormone levels and spur the growth of drug-resistant bacteria, prompting the FDA to propose new rules for manufacturers to prove their products are more effective than regular soap and water. Judy Woodruff talks to Elizabeth Weise of USA Today.
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FDA examines safety and effectiveness of antibacterial soaps
Clip: 12/16/2013 | 3m 43s
Recent research suggests that chemicals in antibacterials soaps can interfere with hormone levels and spur the growth of drug-resistant bacteria, prompting the FDA to propose new rules for manufacturers to prove their products are more effective than regular soap and water. Judy Woodruff talks to Elizabeth Weise of USA Today.
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