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health2 years ago•4 min saved

"Expert Insights on the Health Risks of Public Toilets"

Experts indicate that while public toilets are germ hotspots due to high traffic and potential pathogens, the health risks are minimal if proper hygiene is practiced. Key protective measures include avoiding touching one's face, washing hands thoroughly, and minimizing contact with high-touch surfaces. The use of toilet seat protectors or disinfectant wipes can offer additional safety, and carrying personal items like toilet paper can further reduce risk. Infectious diseases from public toilets are unlikely, especially for respiratory viruses like COVID-19, and sexually transmitted infections are not a concern due to their inability to survive long outside the body. Overall, good hand hygiene is the most effective way to stay safe in public restrooms.

via AOL|

#bathroom-safety #germs #hand-hygiene

health-and-wellness2 years ago•4 min saved

"The Week in Well+Being: Unveiling the Fat-Burning Zone, Dental Health, and Sepsis"

This week in Well+Being, readers discuss the anxiety of toilet emergencies and the need for more public toilets in America. The importance of taking care of teeth and gums for brain health is highlighted, along with the challenges of relationship anxiety and surviving sepsis. The influence of Big Tobacco on favorite snacks is explored. Additionally, the article discusses finding the fat-burning zone during exercise and why breast self-exams are no longer recommended, although it's still important to be aware of changes in the breasts. The newsletter also features joy snacks, including captivating photographs, an everything bagel seasoning mix, and tips on arranging flowers.

via The Washington Post|

#breast-self-exams #fat-burning-zone #health-and-wellness

health2 years ago•3 min saved

Breaking the Bad Toilet Habit Women Have.

Women are advised to stop hovering over public toilet seats and instead sit down to avoid straining their pelvic floor muscles, which can lead to constipation, frequent bathroom visits, incontinence, and pain. Contrary to popular belief, toilet seats are not a significant health hazard, with an average of only 50 bacteria per square inch compared to 45 billion bacteria in the average kitchen sponge. To avoid illness, it is important to wash hands thoroughly with soap after using the bathroom.

via msnNOW|

#bathroom-hygiene #health #pelvic-floor