Bacteria Lives There?

BACTERIA LIVES THERE? Your Toothbrush Flushing your toilet sends a spray of bacteria and virus-contaminated water droplets into the air that can be found on your toothbrush. Place your toothbrush where it can air out and dry between uses...not too close to the toilet. Bathtub Recent study found Staphylococcus bacteria in 26% of the tubs tested. Rita Moyes tested 43 water samples from whirlpools, found all 43 had mild to dangerous bacterial growth. Almost all showed bacteria from fecal matter; 81% had fungi and 34% contained staph bacteria. 119,468 bacteria/square inch. The Kitchen Sink Your toilet may be cleaner than your kitchen sink Food particles from plates left to soak or rinsed from dishes on TV Remote Control their way to the dishwasher can serve as a breeding It's dropped on the floor, stuffed between the sofa cushions, ground for illness-causing bacteria. E. Coli, Salmonella. 12 3 4 5 6 coughed on and sneezed at. Everyone in the house handles it. According to a Virginia study of cold viruses on household surfaces, the remote control's surface is among the germiest. Half the remote controls tested were Wooden Spoons positive for cold viruses. TV remote control: 70 bacteria/squareinch They contain more porous than plastic or metal, making it more susceptible to RES. ED STATES O carrying germs and bacteria. ww. ENDER AND PRIVATE 2 G Paper money A Swiss study found some strains of flu virus can survive on paper money for as long as 3 days. If germs are mixed with mucus, they live on for up to 17 days. Your Salt and Peppershaker Researchers asked 30 adults who were beginning to show signs of a cold, to name 10 places they'd touchedin their homes over the previous 18 hours. The tests found viruses on 41% of the surfaces tested and every one of the salt & peppershakers Pillows and Duvets Brand new pillow's double their weight in 3 years, thanks to remains of dust mites that build up inside it. Could aggravate hay fever, eczema or asthma, -particularly since your face is touching the pillow and you will be breathing in the remains. tested were positive for cold viruses. F10 J Dishtowels M. OShift Recent study of hundreds of homes found about 7% of kitchen towels were Your computer keyboard contaminated with MRSA (staph bacteria that can cause life-threatening skin infections)408 bacteria/square inch Duvets also harbor dust mites and skin debris in Eating, sneezing or using it with unwashed hands can cause your computer to be a health hazard. According to a study by the same way. In one study by the University of Worcester, ten typical duvets were analyzed and scientists discovered they contained up to 20,000 live house dust mites along with bacteria and fungal spores. British consumer group, researchers swabbed keyboards for germs and found a host of potentially harmful bacteria. 4 of 33 sampled had enough germs to be considered health hazards. Home office computer keyboard: Tennis Shoes Mold and fungal infections can flourish in tennis shoes, particularly as they are often stored in a warm, dark environment such as a wardrobe or cupboard under the stairs. A recent study found 100 times more mold in old shoes than in bathrooms. 64 bacteria/square inch Washing machine Shopping cart handles and seat buckets In addition to mildew, lingering moisture can foster the growth of e coli, salmonella, and viruses. Contaminated by children's dirty hands and leaky meat packages that you toss into your cart. 70-80% of shopping carts tested nationwide had E. Coli Soap dispensers About 25% of public restroom dispensers are contaminated by fecal bacteria. Most are never cleaned so bacteria grows as the soap scum builds up. The preservatives in liquid soap break down, allowing harmful organisms to thrive. www.ferndalehealthcare.com FERNDALE HEALTHCARE" INC. BACTERIA LIVES THERE? Your Toothbrush Flushing your toilet sends a spray of bacteria and virus-contaminated water droplets into the air that can be found on your toothbrush. Place your toothbrush where it can air out and dry between uses...not too close to the toilet. Bathtub Recent study found Staphylococcus bacteria in 26% of the tubs tested. Rita Moyes tested 43 water samples from whirlpools, found all 43 had mild to dangerous bacterial growth. Almost all showed bacteria from fecal matter; 81% had fungi and 34% contained staph bacteria. 119,468 bacteria/square inch. The Kitchen Sink Your toilet may be cleaner than your kitchen sink Food particles from plates left to soak or rinsed from dishes on TV Remote Control their way to the dishwasher can serve as a breeding It's dropped on the floor, stuffed between the sofa cushions, ground for illness-causing bacteria. E. Coli, Salmonella. 12 3 4 5 6 coughed on and sneezed at. Everyone in the house handles it. According to a Virginia study of cold viruses on household surfaces, the remote control's surface is among the germiest. Half the remote controls tested were Wooden Spoons positive for cold viruses. TV remote control: 70 bacteria/squareinch They contain more porous than plastic or metal, making it more susceptible to RES. ED STATES O carrying germs and bacteria. ww. ENDER AND PRIVATE 2 G Paper money A Swiss study found some strains of flu virus can survive on paper money for as long as 3 days. If germs are mixed with mucus, they live on for up to 17 days. Your Salt and Peppershaker Researchers asked 30 adults who were beginning to show signs of a cold, to name 10 places they'd touchedin their homes over the previous 18 hours. The tests found viruses on 41% of the surfaces tested and every one of the salt & peppershakers Pillows and Duvets Brand new pillow's double their weight in 3 years, thanks to remains of dust mites that build up inside it. Could aggravate hay fever, eczema or asthma, -particularly since your face is touching the pillow and you will be breathing in the remains. tested were positive for cold viruses. F10 J Dishtowels M. OShift Recent study of hundreds of homes found about 7% of kitchen towels were Your computer keyboard contaminated with MRSA (staph bacteria that can cause life-threatening skin infections)408 bacteria/square inch Duvets also harbor dust mites and skin debris in Eating, sneezing or using it with unwashed hands can cause your computer to be a health hazard. According to a study by the same way. In one study by the University of Worcester, ten typical duvets were analyzed and scientists discovered they contained up to 20,000 live house dust mites along with bacteria and fungal spores. British consumer group, researchers swabbed keyboards for germs and found a host of potentially harmful bacteria. 4 of 33 sampled had enough germs to be considered health hazards. Home office computer keyboard: Tennis Shoes Mold and fungal infections can flourish in tennis shoes, particularly as they are often stored in a warm, dark environment such as a wardrobe or cupboard under the stairs. A recent study found 100 times more mold in old shoes than in bathrooms. 64 bacteria/square inch Washing machine Shopping cart handles and seat buckets In addition to mildew, lingering moisture can foster the growth of e coli, salmonella, and viruses. Contaminated by children's dirty hands and leaky meat packages that you toss into your cart. 70-80% of shopping carts tested nationwide had E. Coli Soap dispensers About 25% of public restroom dispensers are contaminated by fecal bacteria. Most are never cleaned so bacteria grows as the soap scum builds up. The preservatives in liquid soap break down, allowing harmful organisms to thrive. www.ferndalehealthcare.com FERNDALE HEALTHCARE" INC.