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Ignaz Semmelweis and the Birth of Modern Hand Hygiene - CleanSmart Canada

Ignaz Semmelweis and the Birth of Modern Hand Hygiene

Ignaz Semmelweis transformed healthcare by demonstrating that hand disinfection with chlorinated lime could dramatically reduce maternal deaths. Learn how his investigation at Vienna General Hospital helped establish modern hand hygiene and became an important milestone in the history of chlorine-based infection control.

How to Clean Hockey Equipment (Goalies & Players) - CleanSmart Canada

How to Clean Hockey Equipment (Goalies & Players)

Hockey gear gets sweaty and damp, which can lead to odour and buildup. This guide shows how to clean hockey equipment step-by-step, then disinfect high-touch areas using a low-odour routine that helps protect foams, leather, plastics, and steel.

Hypochlorous Acid History: The Discovery That Started It All - CleanSmart Canada

Hypochlorous Acid History: The Discovery That Started It All

Hypochlorous acid was discovered in 1834 by French chemist Antoine Jérôme Balard during experiments involving chlorine and water. Learn how this discovery occurred, why it attracted scientific attention, and how it laid the foundation for future developments in chemistry, medicine, and disinfection science.