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Colorado reports its first hantavirus death since 2024, linked to the local Sin Nombre strain with preliminary evidence of local rodent exposure; officials say the overall risk to the public remains low but urge precautions during spring cleaning, as the virus can incubate up to six weeks and may cause severe lung disease if inhaled from rodent droppings or nests.
A spring allergy sufferer explains how she still opens windows by pairing a pollen-aware routine with a home-cleaning and skincare regimen: daily outdoor hygiene (showering at night, changing clothes, washing face/hands, keeping pets clean), protective eyewear, and planning around pollen counts, plus a toolkit‑heavy approach to reduce allergens indoors (HEPA vacuuming, air Purifiers, humidifier, gentle detergents, and skin protection) to keep air fresh without triggering symptoms.
Fox News highlights limited-time Amazon weekend deals across home, kitchen, tech and style, with notable discounts on items such as the Shark cordless stick vacuum ($199.99, 43% off), Keurig K-Mini ($59.98), portable tire inflator ($35.99, 91% off), Westinghouse pressure washer ($169), Bissell Little Green cleaner ($99.99) and Apple AirTags 4-pack ($64), plus other deals on cookware, bedding and grooming gear for spring.
Spring is the perfect time to revisit financial resolutions, clean up financial paperwork, start a 2024 tax folder, review withholding, talk to a tax preparer, max out retirement plan contributions, name beneficiaries, review and update estate plans, book 2025 vacations, review investment portfolios, consider high-yield savings, and check credit card interest rates to ensure financial health and preparedness.
Health experts recommend cleaning refrigerators, ventilation systems, kitchen faucets, and trash cans during spring cleaning. Refrigerators should be cleaned every four months to prevent bacteria and mold growth, and the temperature should be checked to inhibit bacterial growth. HVAC filters should be replaced and the ventilation system should be cleaned by a professional to improve air quality. Kitchen faucets and trash cans should be cleaned to prevent mold and bacteria growth.
As spring cleaning season approaches, it's important to remember to clean out your medicine cabinet. Replace toothbrushes every 3-4 months, contact lens cases every 3 months, razors every 5-7 uses, and loofahs every month. Medications should be thrown out by their expiration date, but over-the-counter pills are good for three years past the expiration date. Prescription medications should be thrown out by the expiration date. Disposal of old medications should be done through a drug take-back program or by following FDA guidelines. Medicine cabinet staples include acetaminophen/aspirin, antihistamines, antacids, antibiotic ointments, and a thermometer. Summer essentials include sunscreen, tweezers, OTC ear drops, and hydrocortisone cream.
Shark's AI Ultra 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop is currently on sale for $400, a 43% discount from its original price of $700. The model uses smart home mapping to clean in a precise grid, empties itself, and has improved suction power. The sale makes it cheaper than Shark's standard AI Ultra vacuum, which is currently priced at $485. The Shark RV2410WD IQ 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum and Mop is also on sale for $295.
Spring is here and it's time for some serious cleaning. A spring-cleaning bingo card can help you tackle those pesky items that always seem to drop off the to-do list. It's a motivator and a reminder to have a little fun while getting your chores done.