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What Are Disinfectants?

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Desinfectantes

Disinfectants

Say: dis-in-FEK-tents

Disinfectants are germ busters! Disinfectants, such as bleach and antibacterial soap, kill germs like bacteria and viruses. You have disinfectant cells in your body that kill germs too.

A KidsHealth Education Partner Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.

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