Immune Suppressing, Carcinogenic Hand Sanitizers in Schools to Prevent H1N1 Flu

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Immune Suppressing, Carcinogenic Hand Sanitizers in Schools to Prevent

H1N1 Flu

 

October 20, 2009

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Rinse-free hand sanitizers are, by definition, intended for degerming skin

without the aid of rinsing with soap and water. This type of product has

steadily gained popularity in schools and public facilities to prevent the

flu. However, the risks of using such hand sanitizers far exceed the

benefits as most have carcinogenic and immune suppressing compounds.

 

Health agencies across the world have annouced a need for immediate and

persistent protection from harmful microbes and viruses, especially those

considered by world health officials as imminent threats such as the H1N1 flu.

Yet, the solutions proposed for antiseptic preparations are often deadlier

than diseases themselves and at a detriment to long-term health.

This is especially a concern when it comes to their promotion in schools

and public facilities which cater to millions of children. " Our plan is to

give students safe topical protection that is easily accessible and prevents

germs from spreading, " stated Charolette Dubois, a public health nurse in

Montreal. Dubois said she considers most hand sanitizers safe, although she

admits never actually looking at the ingredients.

Many brands of sanitizers contain more than 60 percent alcohol, the same

type found in alcoholic drinks, but others are made with isopropyl alcohol,

which can be fatal, even in small doses if children ingest it.

 

“As kids return to classrooms it is more important than ever that we take

steps to slow the spread of influenza-like viruses, including the novel

H1N1 virus,†said Dr. Mark Horton, who is the director of the California

Department of Public Health (CDPH).

 

An alcohol-free hand sanitizer, like _Soapopular_

(http://www.soapyusa.com/) recently launched in the UK, can be the first line

of defence against

the spread of swine flu, claims its Canadian manufacturers. Soapopular has

been popping up all over the U.K., Canada and U.S. child care venues, schools

and health care facilities. It carries FDA approval in the U.S., Health

Canada approval in Canada and MHRA approval to market in the UK.

The soapopular product differs from most hand sanitizers in that it does

not use alcohol as its main active ingredient. They claim it makes it a safer

option for children since it contains an ammonium compound called

Benzalkonium Chloride (BAC), which clinical research has shown to destroy most

viruses in seconds including avian flu, SARS, influenza and H1N1 virus.

 

On closer examination of soapopular and similar products that contain

Benzalkonium Chloride, there are alarming toxic effects which are a far greater

risk to our health than any prevention benefits they tout.

 

Benzalkonium chloride is an allergen, carncinogen and immunosuppresive

chemical. Several studies have cast doubt on its reputation for safety. It is

widely used in mouthwashes, spermicidal creams, and in various other

cleaners and disinfectants. It requires higher concentrations to be effective

against specific bacteria and viruses.

 

BAC is also commonly used in oil field industry as a corrosion inhibitor

and specifically used for military applications.

 

In 2006, the Environmental Protection Agency _approved it's reregistration

based on studies_ (http://www.epa.gov/oppsrrd1/REDs/adbac_red.pdf) that

directly contradicted earlier publications which positively correlate its use

with mutagenic, allergic and immunosuppresive effects on human health.

 

In toxicology, BAC is also used as the _median lethal dose_

(http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Median_lethal_dose#cite_note-epaRED-24) , LD50

(abbreviation

for “Lethal Dose, 50%â€), required to kill half the members of a tested

population.

 

A disinfectant containing benzalkonium chloride and the related compound

didecyldimethylammonium chloride (DDAC) has been identified as the most

probable cause of birth defects and fertility problems in caged mice.

 

In the _cosmetic safety database_

(http://www.cosmeticsdatabase.com/ingredient.php?ingred06=700674 & nothanks=1) ,

there is moderate to strong evidence

that it is an immune, skin and respiratory toxicant. One or more in vitro

tests on mammalian cells exposed to BAC show positive mutation effects. Its

use is restricted in cosmetic ingredients in Canada.

 

The_ Safety (MSDS) data sheet_

(http://msds.chem.ox.ac.uk/BE/benzalkonium_chloride.html) at the Physical and

Theoretical Chemistry Laboratory in

Oxford University shows that BAC is a corrosive, toxic substance that causes

burns. It is harmful by inhalation, ingestion and through skin contact. In

addition is may cause reproductive defects and act as a mutagen.

 

Ironically, the material safety sheet on _sciencelab.com_

(http://www.sciencelab.com/xMSDS-Benzalkonium_Chloride_Solution_17_-9923040)

indicates that

if there is serious skin contact with this chemical, a person is to wash

with a disinfectant soap, cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial

cream and seek immediate medical attention.

 

Despite the scientifically established and toxic nature of BAC, its

integration into hand sanitizers in schools and health facilities does not seem

to concern health officials and regulating health agencies. They insist

there are no dangers or health risks associated with using them in the short or

long term. Quite the contrary, as they would like us to believe the

benefit of using BAC far exceeds the risks of contracting a mild flu.

 

These are the same regulating agencies that use _deceptive science_

(http://preventdisease.com/news/articles/070407_scientific_deception.shtml) to

tell us that _vaccines are safe_

(http://preventdisease.com/news/09/092309_why_vaccination_continues.shtml) and

pharmaceuticals have no long-term

effects on our health. They may also soon tell us that pigs can fly and bees

can

not.

 

Marco Torres is a research specialist, writer and consumer advocate for

healthy lifestyles. He holds degrees in Public Health and Environmental

Science and is a professional speaker on topics such as disease prevention,

environmental toxins and health policy.

 

 

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