Cleaning versus disinfecting: start with frequently touched surfaces
Routine cleaning with an appropriate detergent is usually enough. Disinfect when illness or other conditions call for it, following the product label.
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CDC guidance says regular surface cleaning removes many germs and that additional disinfection may be appropriate when someone is ill or particularly vulnerable. Cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting are different processes, and mixing chemicals can be dangerous.