Test Yourself With AARP's Weekly News Quiz: Feb. 20


Test Yourself With AARP's Weekly News Quiz: Feb. 20

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We recently published an article about 10 medicines that can harm your liver. Which of these was NOT on that list?

Acetaminophen Aspirin Statins Antifungal medications


Others include some herbal and dietary supplements, antiseizure medications and amoxicillin-clavulanate.

Question 2 of 8


True or false? Spice jars are a common source of cross-contamination.

True False


Your hands can easily transfer bacteria to the jars when you're handling food, according to research.

Question 3 of 8


As we reported, people with brown eyes have a ...

Lower incidence of macular degeneration Higher incidence of macular degeneration


They also have a lower incidence of diabetic retinopathy, we noted.

Question 4 of 8


We're in the midst of a busy flu season, and as we noted, dirty hands can spread disease-causing germs. Which of these is more effective, according to our reporting?

Alcohol-based hand


sanitizer Washing your hands with soap and water


But hand sanitizer is better than nothing. It should contain at least 60 percent alcohol.


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