6 places germs hide

Here's what to know about the popular places germs hide and how to avoid exposing yourself
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Public breeding grounds - 6 places germs hide Web exclusive, July 2011

Public breeding grounds

An invisible threat, germs can’t be easily avoided—especially if your day requires you to venture out of the house.

 

“Public places where a lot of people congregate, such as shopping malls, sports stadiums and restaurants, are likely to harbour bacteria and viruses that could give you a nasty gastrointestinal infection,” says Glen Armstrong, head of the Department of Microbiology & Infectious Diseases at the University of Calgary.

 

It’s the surface areas people frequently touch which are most likely to be rife with germs, while a warm and moist environment offers the perfect breeding ground. “Indoor areas, especially ones that are overheated, facilitate the spread,” says Armstrong.

 

Here are the top places germs hang out, and how to best protect yourself.

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I am a janitor at my place of work, and I have gotten into the habit of wiping everything down, a few more places you might consider as well. Vending Machine buttons, your sterring wheel and of course the grocery store cart handles.

Also putting down the toilet seat after use will prevent the spray up that might very well travel 6 feet or better onto your toothbrush. Just a few extra places to think of

 
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