The Clean Life

Episode 82 - Holiday Special: Nikki Mitchell Foundation Part 1: Who was Nikki Mitchell?

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2021

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Clean Life ThoughtsWhat are some benefits of a clean workplace? Clean office building?How important is it to be able to personalize your desk/office?Wendell talks about Apace Packaging and the process for bottling/blistering pharmaceutical tablets.We learn the extensive process for cleaning and preparing the medications for bottling.Wendell explains the recycling process and the importance of keeping the warehouse protected from contamination.What are some concerns you have about the safety of your medication when you visit a drug store?Laura discusses her 20/20 rule that helps her keep her home and office clutter free. You can see the infographic at thecleanlife.show.See the bottling line at Apace Packaging!LinksAvKARE | Waltz-D | Store | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | BlogThe Clean Life | Twitter | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | TuneInApace Packaging | LinkedIn

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Episode 78 - Holiday Special: Suicide Awareness: A First Hand Look

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2020

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Episode 77 - Holiday Special: Empowering Women

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2020

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Episode 75 - Holiday Special: Minimalism

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2020

Clean Life ThoughtsWhat is minimalism? Is it one-size-fits-all?Is there a difference between organizing and decluttering?Laura discusses Marie Kondo's method “Does this spark joy?” and some of the hesitations about following that idea.Remember the 20/20 rule from episode 11? We introduce the 30/30 and 90/90 rule to help you fill your life with things that are essential and add value.It's not all about living in an empty space. We close up the episode talking about the benefits of clutter.LinksAvKARE | Waltz-D | Store | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | BlogThe Clean Life | Twitter | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | TuneInThe Minimalists | Marie Kondo

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Episode 74 - Holiday Special: Fish Oil

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2020

Environmental Services WeekJoin us September 8-14 as we celebrate Environmental Services week, bringing awareness and appreciation to the individuals who make an important impact behind the scenesEnjoy 20% off Waltz D products at store.avkare.com with the code EVS2019 - offer is valid throughout the month of September!Clean Life ThoughtsWe are on YouTube! Find a live recording of this podcast on our channelDISCLAIMER - we are not doctors! This is simply an account of our experiences and research done onlineThere are several benefits of fish oil such asfighting depression and anxietyimproving eye healthpromoting brain health during pregnancyimproving risk factors of heart diseasereducing inflammationreducing symptoms of ADHDand more… read hereWe question how much omega-3s we need in our dietsWe talk about some of the side effects of fish oil and what to prepare forWe discuss other methods for getting those omega-3s besides fish or supplementsLinksAvKARE | Waltz-D | Store | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | BlogThe Clean Life | Twitter | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn

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Episode 73 - Nikki Mitchell Foundation Part 2: The fight against Pancreatic Cancer

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2020

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Episode 72 - Nikki Mitchell Foundation Part 1: Who was Nikki Mitchell?

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2020

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Episode 71 - What is a Landscape Architect?

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2020

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Episode 70 - Halloween

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020

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Episode 69 - Inside VS Outside Sales

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2020

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Episode 68 - Are Football Teams being Safe?

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2020

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Episode 67 - GPO and Direct Buying

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2020

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Episode 66 - International Podcast Day

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020

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Episode 65 - The Power of Positivity

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2020

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Episode 64 - Kerry Dilley: Being a salesman during COVID-19

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2020

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Episode 63 - Suicide Awareness: A First Hand Look

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2020

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Episode 62 - How Safe Are Airlines?

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2020

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Episode 61 - Golf, Golf Tournaments and More Golf

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2020

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Episode 60 - Consumer Confidence

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2020

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Episode 59 - Teaching in a Pandemic

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2020

Clean Life TakeawaysWhat is the “plan” for the school year?How does virtual learning compare to classroom learning?Will kids fall behind?What precautions will be taken for student safety?

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Episode 58 - Easy Alternatives for Healthy Eating

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2020

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Episode 57 - Empowering Women

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2020

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Episode 56 - Staying In Touch

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2020

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57A - A preview of what's coming your way!

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2020

Dave introduces Molly, The Clean Life's new co-host and talks about upcoming topics. Also, catch a preview on why healthy eating habits are important!

Episode 55 - Hygiene in Public Spaces

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2020

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Episode 54 - Expectations vs Reality in Goal Setting

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2020

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Episode 53 - Diabetes Types 1 and 2

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2020

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Episode 52 - Pharmacy Buyers

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2020

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Episode 50 - Healthy Cleaning Habits

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2020

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Episode 49 - Men's Health Month

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2020

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Episode 48 - Rheumatoid Arthritis

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2020

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Episode 47 - Mental Health During COVID-19

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2020

We talk with Lauren about mental health and how to adjust to change, the process of coping with these changes, and some ways you can help yourself handle these circumstances.

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Episode 46 - Outsourcing Unit Dose Repackaging

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2020

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Episode 45 - Cleaning Children's Toys

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2020

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Episode 44 - World Immunization Week

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2020

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Episode 43 - Youth Sports

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2020

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Episode 42 - Supply Chain

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2020

Clean Life TakeawaysCDC Coronavirus updatesHow AvKARE is managing quarantines and social distancingWe meet Michael's new dog!We talk about the changes happening at AvKARE as we work to get our infection control productsWhat is involved in getting a product to market?AvKARE products are manufactured in the US!We talk hydroxychloroquine in the time of COVID-19Waltz D is EPA approved against Norovirus and Coronavirus (specifically SARS-CoV 2)Call 931-292-6222 and press 7 to learn more about Waltz DWe learn how Michael is handling social distancingWe wrap talking about the Victory Electrostatic Sprayer for disinfectingHow AvKARE is looking out for you - no price gouging or gimmicksLinksAvKARE | Waltz D | Waltz Free | Store | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | BlogThe Clean Life | Twitter | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | YouTube

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Episode 41 - Spring Cleaning: Allergies

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2020

Laura discusses how to clean your home if you have allergies and things to look out for.

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Episode 40 - Spring Cleaning: Home & Medicine Cabinets

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2020

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Episode 39 - Quarantine Tips: Working From Home

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2020

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Episode 38 - Coronavirus Quarantine Tips

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2020

Clean Life TakeawaysCDC Coronavirus updatesIf you're tired of cracked, dry skin after using alcohol based hand sanitizers, check out Waltz Free, a hand lotion that sanitizes, killing 99.99% of germs without leaving your hands damaged. Waltz Free protects you 4X longer than other hand sanitizers.During quarantine, older generations might need help with using technology to reduce social contactTip 1: Call them and ask if they need help with prescriptionsTip 2: Help them order groceries onlineTip 3: Walk them through telehealth optionsTip 4: Order care packages with crafts and entertainmentKids are out of school and driving you crazy? Here are ways to keep them entertained.Tip 1: DIY crafts using supplies or spring cleaning items you might get rid ofTip 2: Play games or make up their ownTip 3: Give them tools to start a podcast, vlog, or blogTip 4: Find online games or dust off your old computer games - limit screen timeTip 5: Add movement with gamesTip 6: Write a book together using resources from NaNoWriMo - they have great resources for young writers and you can even help them turn their writing into a book or family anthology!LinksAvKARE | Waltz D | Waltz Free | Store | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | BlogThe Clean Life | Twitter | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | YouTube

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Episode 37 - Coronavirus Update

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2020

Clean Life TakeawaysHeidi debunks the myths of coronavirusWe talk about how to clean your home and prepare for being out in publicInform yourself on coronavirus by checking in on the latest real information from the CDCMinimize your travel if you can and make sure you bring along the right productsCDC Coronavirus updatesWe talk about who is at risk and what you can do to help prevent the spreadHeidi talks about the flu and talks about how much of an impact it still has in the middle of flu seasonCheck out Heidi's work at Wilcox EVSLinksAvKARE | Waltz D | Waltz Free | Store | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | BlogThe Clean Life | Twitter | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | YouTubeWilcox EVS

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Episode 36 - Impact of Illness

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2020

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Episode 35 - Unit Dose

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2020

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Episode 34 - COVID 19

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2020

Clean Life TakeawaysGet informed! CDC Links are a great resource.First identified in Wuhan, Hubei Province, ChinaWorld Health Organization46,997 confirmed cases total46,550 lab confirmed cases in China1,368 deaths in ChinaReport of 13,332 cases from China on Feb 13th are based on clinical diagnosis, not lab testedOutside China: 447 confirmed cases in 24 countries, 2 deathsJan 30 - International Health Regulations Emergency Committee of the WHO declared COVID a public health emergency of international concernCoronaviruses:Large family of viruses common in many different species of animalsStarted as a link to seafood and live animal market, but now cases of person-to-person spreadSpread from person to person happens in close contactThought to spread mainly via respiratory droplets - coughing, sneezing - similar to fluUnclear if person can get by touching a surface or object that has virus on itSymptomsFever, cough, shortness of breathCan appear in as few as 2 days or as long as 14 after exposureAs of February 12 - cases in USPositive - 15Negative -347Pending - 66States of confirmed cases: AZ, CA, WA, IL, MA, WIPrevention and treatmentCurrently no vaccineAvoid close contact with sick individualsAvoid touching eyes, nose, mouth with unwashed handsStay home if you are sickCover cough or sneeze with tissueClean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfacesWash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 secondsResponseLimiting travel into US for anyone who has been to china within past 14 daysGet the flu vaccine and take preventative action to stop spread of germsLaura's blog on hand washingInject Safe Barrier BandageVictory SprayersLinksAvKARE | Waltz D | Waltz Free | Store | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | BlogThe Clean Life | Twitter | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | YouTube

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Episode 33 - Wilcox EVS Solutions

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2020

Clean Life TakeawaysHeidi focuses on sustainable, innovative green cleaning and infection control solutionsBachelors in microbiology, minor in chemistry, masters in environmental engineeringHighly skilled in performance testing, building testing programs that prove the concept of new chemicals and equipment in real world settingsAims to educate and help facilities reduce toxic chemicals, improve indoor air quality, and streamline processes to find success in the world of cleaning and disinfecting for healthSpeaker, educator, and trainer for the Healthy Schools Campaign, National School plant managers association, New York school transportation, association, conservation and recreation operational services, IEHA, ISSA and moreWe learn about on-site generation and the importance of selling the product (hypochlorous acid) firstHeidi talks about the importance of studying and understanding data so you can attack the right problemsWe ask Heidi how she approaches new facilities and uses her talents from the lab will cross over to realityLinksAvKARE | Waltz D | Waltz Free | Store | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | BlogThe Clean Life | Twitter | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | YouTubeWilcox EVS

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Episode 32 - Annihilare

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2020

Clean Life TakeawaysIt's 2020 and we're back with a bang! Parker Sipes is the President at AnnihilareParker is an expert of hypochlorous acid - he talks about digging into the research and sustainability of hypochlorous acid back in 2014Did you know that hypochlorous acid is produced by our bodies? Learn how!Why is hypochlorous more effective than bleach? What about toxicity?Learn about barriers in bacteria cells and how bleach and hypochlorous differentiate their attacks against the bacteriaListen to the difference that electrostatic spraying of hypochlorous acid makes in your environmentHealthcare associated infections (HAIs) are on the rise - how can Annihilare make a difference?Parker talks about dwell times, an often overlooked requirement for disinfectantsAnnihilare's On-Site Generation technologyAnnihilare's HIPS (Electrostatic) Application technologyAnnihilare's ResourcesLinksAvKARE | Waltz D | Waltz Free | Store | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | BlogThe Clean Life | Twitter | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | YouTubeAnnihilare | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

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Episode 31 - AvKARE Infection Control Line

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2019

Clean Life ThoughtsWe talk about Waltz D and the uses for the hard surface disinfectantPair that with a Victory sprayer and you have the whole package!What is the difference between cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting?What are the best places to use Waltz D?Next we introduce Waltz Free, a moisturizing lotion that sanitizesWhat makes Waltz Free so much better than alcohol-based hand sanitizers?How can Waltz Free make a difference in the healthcare setting? What about around children?Finally, we discuss the Inject-Safe Barrier Bandage - if you recall, we had a great podcast with Mark Harris!You can find more information on the Inject-Safe Barrier Bandage here. Watch the video to see Mark demonstrate the self-sealing membrane on a balloon!

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