FDA Bans Antibacterial Products

Citing possible long-term risks and a lack of evidence that they truly work, the FDA announced a ban on more than 2,100 antibacterial hand soaps and body washes beginning in 2017. Many companies are already changing their formulas.

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FDA Bans Some Antibacterial Products FOX News—Citing possible long-term risks and a lack of evidence that they truly work, the FDA announced a ban on more than 2,100 antibacterial hand soaps and body washes beginning in 2017. Many companies are already changing their formulas. Read More →

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