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The launch of the VH3900 GermFree Cool and Pure Air Humidifier recommended by Vicks coincides with the start of the cold and flu season. The humidifier’s patented germ-killing UV light chamber kills up to 99.9% of bacteria, mold and fungi in water, which combined with its effective evaporative humidification will help make cold and flu season more endurable for children of all ages.

“Because humidity levels drop in winter cold and flu viruses survive longer,” explained Isabelle Jeangoudoux, Brand Manager Healthcare at Kaz Europe SA, manufacturer of Vicks Humidifiers under a license to the Vicks trademark. “Studies show that sufficient moisture is needed by your body to work properly which is why humidity levels of between 40 and 60% are recommended for your home.”

“Using a humidifier throughout the winter months will help to naturally relieve the symptoms of coughs and colds and help children and their parents to have a good night’s sleep,” added Isabelle Jeangoudoux. [...]

The launch of the VH5000 CoolMist Mini-Ultrasonic Humidifier recommended by Vicks coincides with the start of the cold and flu season. This latest generation cool mist humidifier will help to reduce the survival of flu viruses and ease conditions such as a dry nose, throat, eyes and skin discomfort.

“Part of the reason for increased respiratory illnesses during this time is because humidity levels in the air reach a yearly low,” said Isabelle Jeangoudoux, Brand Manager Healthcare at Kaz Europe SA, manufacturer of Vicks humidifiers under a license to the Vicks trademark.  Studies show that keeping indoor air at a relative humidity level of 40-60% reduces the survival of flu viruses on surfaces and in the air.1

“One of the first things doctors recommend when a child comes down with a cold is to use a humidifier, as this can help loosen congestion and soothe a sore throat. Proper humidification is especially important for children since their smaller nostrils get bunged up more easily,” said Isabelle Jeangoudoux. [...]

The Vicks Gentle Touch Behind Ear thermometer is set to revolutionise the way body temperature is taken in infants and children. With a simple touch, the thermometer is gentle enough to be used without waking a sleeping infant, while providing accurate measurements in one second.

The Vicks Gentle Touch Behind Ear thermometer uses a novel heat flow technique to measure the temperature of the blood carotid artery which runs behind the ear, bringing blood to the brain and hypothalamus (the temperature-regulating gland) and so accurately reflecting core body temperature.

“Having a sick child is stressful for any parent, so carers need to be able to take a child’s temperature quickly, accurately and in a non invasive way” said Emanuela D’Aloisio, Brand Manager Healthcare at Kaz Europe SA which manufactures Vicks thermometers in Europe under license to the Vicks trademark. [...]