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• FDA Advises Consumers To Stop Using Antibacterial Soap

  September 5, 2024

  Grace Muller

  Officials indicate that regular soap and water are just fine, since there is a lack of evidence showing that over-the-counter antibacterial soaps are better at preventing illness, and could actually be harmful.

• Hand Sanitizers Perform No Better Than Regular Soap And Water, FDA Advises

  April 15, 2020

  Russell Maas

  Federal health experts say soap and water hand washing is just as, if not more, reliable than hand sanitizer.

• Triclosan Risks Still Under Review, But No Benefits Seen, FDA Tells Consumers

  May 20, 2019

  Martha Garcia

  The FDA indicates it is still reviewing the safety of triclosan, commonly used in antibacterial hand soap, but says there appear to be few, if any, actual benefits.

• Scientists Call For Complete Triclosan Ban, Say Risks Outweigh Benefits

  June 23, 2017

  Martha Garcia

  More than 200 scientists and healthcare professionals are calling for an international ban of triclosan and other antibacterial chemicals, warning that the ingredients are harmful to the environment and human health.

• Antibacterial Soap Safety Rules Expected Amid Triclosan Concerns: WSJ

  February 17, 2016

  Irvin Jackson

  The FDA is expected to issue a ruling this year which may result in a ban on triclosan and other chemicals used in antibacterial soaps.

• Hand Santizer and Antiseptics Safety and Effectiveness Data to be Required by FDA

  May 1, 2015

  Russell Maas

  The FDA has proposed a new rule requiring the makers of antibacterial soap and hand sanitizers to prove the safety and effectiveness of their products.

• Antibacterial Soap Additive Triclosan Linked To Liver Damage: Study

  November 25, 2014

  Martha Garcia

  A new study shows that exposure to triclosan, which is an additive found in many antibacterial soaps, hand sanitizers and other products, could increase the risk of liver damage and liver cancer.

• Colgate Total Toothpaste Contains Controversial Chemical: Report

  August 21, 2014

  Irvin Jackson

  Concerns have emerged about the safety of Colgate Total, following a recent report that indicates the chemical triclosan is contained...

• Proving Antibacterial Soap Effectiveness Goal of New FDA Rules

  December 17, 2013

  Irvin Jackson

  A proposed FDA rule would require makers of antibacterial soaps to provide scientific evidence their products are safe and effective.