Why are there concerns about traditional alcohol-based sanitizers?
There are a number of reasons there are growing concerns about alcohol-based sanitizers. These are just a few: (1) Toxicity is a concern. According to a 2007 report published by the American Association of Poison Control Centers, there were approximately 12,000 incidents of toxic alcohol poisoning directly attributed to alcohol-based hand sanitizers. Alcohol-based sanitizers can contain 60% or more alcohol by volume. Alcohol-based sanitizers are safe, but they must be used responsibly. Children are especially at risk which is why alcohol-based sanitizers are under the control or a nurse or teacher. (2) Infection is a concern. Traditional alcohol-based hand sanitizer products can increase the risk of infection especially when applied to open cuts. May people believe that sanitizing a cut or sore with alcohol disinfects. It does. However, they can leave you prone to infection. (3) Flammability is also a concern with traditional alcohol-based sanitizers. Fire Marshalls across America are
