While hand-washing is preferred, hand sanitizers with at least a 60% alcohol concentration can be an effective alternative to always using soap and water, but only if your hands are not visibly soiled.
Tag: Features
A Guide to Following the Health Debate in the 2020 Elections
Voters have frequently complained that the debate has been confusing and hard to follow. Here are six things to know as you tune in to the increasingly frenzied primary race.
The Unique Harm of Sexual Abuse in the Black Community
What makes R. Kelly’s alleged sexual abuse of black girls different than that of other big-name alleged perpetrators, like Woody Allen?
Why I Choose Not to Be Anonymous in Recovery
I am in favor of a sober revolution in which everyone is comfortable speaking frankly about their struggle with alcohol and other substances.
10 Reasons Why Sober Is Better
The way of living I have found in sobriety helps me live differently and more beneficially on a day to day basis. This has made for a good life.
She Said She’d Free Them From Addiction. She Turned Them Into Her Personal Servants
A North Carolina rehab program promised recovery, free of charge, to people struggling with drug addiction. When they arrived, they were put to work without pay at adult care homes for the elderly and disabled.
Strung Out: An Interview with Erin Khar
When I was in a 12-step program, I had so much shame… Some people seemed pissed off when you relapsed. I get that it’s upsetting, but have a little compassion.
A Jail Increased Extreme Isolation to Stop Suicides. More People Killed Themselves
The “lonely cell,” as she called it, broke her in less than a day. She apologized. She told deputies she’d learned her lesson. More importantly, Taylor said, “I was just being quiet.”
The 5 Most Common Myths About Faith-Based Addiction Treatment Programs
We meet every client right where they are at on their spiritual journey, even if they have no spiritual journey at all.
Treating the Growing Trauma of Family Separation
War, disasters, trafficking and immigration are tearing millions of children from their parents all around the world. A psychologist explores how to help them recover.