Sometimes the little things help

Simple steps can help keep some hard to clean areas free of radioactive iodine contamination. Place a plastic drop cloth between your sheets and mattress pad.  This will keep contamination as you perspire at night from getting into your mattress or mattress pad. Always wear socks or a cheap pair of slippers you can throw away once isolation is up.  The soles of your feet perspire and bare feet can lead to contaminated rugs and carpets. Throw away your toothbrush and toilet brush after your isolation period is over. After blowing your nose, never put the tissues in the trash […]