“We tend to associate Purell with being germ-free, but did you know that the hand sanitizer pumps themselves are some of the germiest surfaces?” says J.D. Zipkin, MD, MA, FAAP, FACP, of Northwell Health-GoHealth Urgent Care.
“The good news is that the contents tend to kill most germs you just picked up, but always be wary of using a container to find it’s empty. Your hands are likely covered in germs.”
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6 thoughts on “10 Germiest Things You Touch Every Day — According to Doctors”
Thank you
Just sent the article to my relatives and friends; at least we can protect ourselves in our own homes
you forgot to mention the tv remote and public doorknobs
Also money.
……… along with the computer “mouse!”
Suggestions: “knuckle” elevator buttons, use paper towels to grasp door knobs, and routinely wipe work spaces, wash hands after returning to your residence, and change bath towels at least twice a week.
I was surprised about the air dryers but understand why they are. I usually use my elbow to turn it on.