 | | 6 / 9 6. Your handbag
Your purse could, quite literally, carry a dirty secret. Recent studies led by several U.S. microbiologists on random samplings of women's handbags showed that most hosted tens of thousands of germs on the bottom. The majority of the bacteria found can potentially cause bacterial infections, with symptoms that include fever, vomiting and diarrhea.
Reduce the risk: Be careful of where you place your tote. Experts advise against sitting your bag on high-traffic floors such as the food courts at the mall, and especially in public restrooms. Wipe the outside of your bag regularly to eliminate bacteria that may accumulate on the surface.
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