FDA examines safety and effectiveness of antibacterial soaps

Name: FDA examines safety and effectiveness of antibacterial soaps
Uploaded: 2013-12-17T01:31:31Z
Duration: P223S
Description: Recent research suggests that chemicals in antibacterials soaps can interfere with hormone levels and spur the growth of drug-resistant bacteria, prompting the FDA to propose new rules for manufacturers to prove their products are more effective than regular soap and water. Judy Woodruff talks to Elizabeth Weise of USA Today.

Clip: 12/16/2013 | 3m 43s

Recent research suggests that chemicals in antibacterials soaps can interfere with hormone levels and spur the growth of drug-resistant bacteria, prompting the FDA to propose new rules for manufacturers to prove their products are more effective than regular soap and water. Judy Woodruff talks to Elizabeth Weise of USA Today.

Aired: 12/16/13

Rating: NR

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