‘Tis the season for love, joy and spreading germs. It’s inevitable. The Centers for Disease
Control says that 80 percent of infectious diseases are spread by touch, and we do an awful lot of hand shaking, hugging and being in the room with lots of other people during the holidays.
It can make you cringe to think of the number of germs you’ll encounter between now and the New Year. With that in mind, what better gift could you give friends and loved ones for the holidays than the gift of a germ-free environment?
In the spirit of the season and the germs that accompany it, let’s search for some practical gifts that could help us all stay healthy. Here are some ideas to get you started.
Tissue cover-up: Everyone should keep tissues handy. Sneezing into a tissue and disposing of it can prevent the spread of germs. These handy tissue holders are a creative, stylish way to carry personal-size packs that you keep in your car, purse or pocket.
Germ gift card: How about this for interesting? Through a company called UBiome, you can purchase a kit to give as a gift for the recipient to “sample their bodies, including their nose, mouth, ear, and if willing, gastrointestinal tract.” According to co-founder of UBiome Jessica Richman, “You gain an excellent idea of who you are and your relationship with your own individual germs. But more than that, you are contributing to a field that is growing at a lightning pace. Not only can you understand more about your health but also you’re adding to the scientific understanding of the world.”
Soaps and sanitizers: We all know that washing and sanitizing your hands is essential during flu and cold season. Why not give the gift of health in the form of scented soaps and hand sanitizers? Here are some creative ideas from Pinterest for creating some fun gift packs.
Here’s to a happy, germ-free holiday season!