Tag: bacteria

We all do it. But what if your daily bathroom routine could pose serious health risks—even death? According to anatomy professor Michelle Spear from...

Reheating leftovers is a quick fix for busy nights, but there’s one simple step most people skip that could make you seriously sick. According...

I am always leery when I use public toilets. What is lurking on the seat, under the seat, and in the bowl? All those...

Flying might get you to paradise, but the airplane bathroom? It’s a germ trap in disguise—and the tap water is part of the problem. Experts...

Your fingernails might look harmless, but they can harbor a surprising amount of bacteria, dirt, and even viruses under the surface. If you’re skipping...

That sparkling water pitcher on your counter might look pristine, but it could be harboring a slimy secret if you don't clean it regularly....

That trusty loofah hanging in your shower might be doing more harm than good. Dermatologists are warning against using natural and synthetic loofahs, citing...

You step out of the shower, reach for your trusty towel, and hang it up like always. But how many more uses can you...

You’d think after a global pandemic, Americans would’ve gotten the memo: wash your hands. And yet, here we are—still collectively failing Hygiene 101. A...

You might think your bedroom is your home's cleanest, coziest sanctuary—but think again. This so-called haven is teeming with bacteria, fungi, allergens, and even...