FDA Warns Purell To Stop Promoting Unproven Health Claims

The FDA challenged Purell's claims that its products can prevent diseases like Ebola and influenza, and reduce student absenteeism by 51%, citing a lack of adequate studies. Gojo Industries, Purell's manufacturer, responded by updating its marketing content as per FDA's request, emphasizing that the FDA's concerns were not about product safety. The CDC advises that washing hands with soap and water is the most effective way to prevent illness, with hand sanitizer as a secondary option.

According to the CDC, what is the most effective way to reduce germs?

What does the CDC say about hand sanitizer in relation to washing hands?