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Health care workers with atopic dermatitis had greater irritation, dryness and other skin issues due to how frequently they washed their hands, according to a study published in Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology.

The CDC updated its guidance on cleaning and disinfecting homes and facilities to say that, in most cases, cleaning surfaces with soap or detergent is sufficient to reduce the risk for SARS-CoV-2 spread.