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Where Germs Live: The 3 Dirtiest Places in the House
08.03.2023 19:33
Updated: 14.04.2023 13:42
Most microbes live in those places that housewives constantly overlook.
There are three areas in the house where a lot of dirt and germs accumulate.
Door handles and switches
Door handles and light switches are used very frequently, so they are among the dirtiest places in the house.
British scientists have found that most bacteria accumulate on lever-type handles. But copper products suppress the development of microorganisms better than others.
Toothbrushes
Scientists have found that over 100 million bacteria, including E. coli and staphylococcus, can live on a toothbrush.
This is explained by the fact that all types of microbes in the air get on the brush. For example, when flushing the toilet, a water-air aerosol with microorganisms is created.
Mattress
Bacteria, fungal spores, dust mites – this is just a small list of the “residents” of the average mattress. The diet of microorganisms includes dead skin particles. In addition, all the conditions for them are created here – warm and dark.
Scientists recommend changing your mattress every 7-8 years. During this time, it accumulates about 4.5 kg of skin horny scales. An old mattress can cause allergic reactions - nasal congestion, sneezing, exacerbation of asthma.
