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8 Dangerous Ways Your House Can Make You Sick



Toothbrushes

You leave them to dry in a damp bathroom, probably across from the toilet, where the bristles become contaminated with the airborne bacteria released with every flush. Bugs such as E. coli, Listeria, and Strep — not to mention mold — may be lurking between the bristles. That’s nothing to smile about.

Solution: The ADA suggests you rinse toothbrushes thoroughly after use, allow them to dry completely, and replace every three to four months or after a sickness.

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