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The Flu: It's Bad This Year

Living Too Clean During Covid

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Published: January 24, 2021 by RHJ Producer

The Covid pandemic has prompted people to clean and disinfect more than ever. However, experts believe that humans need a certain amount of germs for our immune systems to work properly. One expert discusses her concern that we’re living too clean in the pandemic, and how we can benefit from “good bugs” without danger from the bad ones.


Guest Information:

  • Dr. Jessica ter Haar, Scientific Director, International Probiotics Association

Links for more info:

  • Thrive Global: Jessica ter Haar
Program #: 21-04Segment Type: Feature StoriesTopics: Allergy and Immunology| Consumerism| Consumerism and Consumer Safety/Protection| Covid-19 Pandemic| Immune System| Public Health| Public Health and Public Safety| VirusesMedical Conditions: Covid-19 (SARS-CoV-2)Guests: Dr. Jessica ter HaarInstitutions & Organizations: International Probiotics AssociationHost: Nancy BensonProducers: Jason Dickey| Reed Pence
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