Many everyday household items carry more germs than a toilet seat, often without us realizing it. Frequently touched objects ...

Handrails are a common touchpoint in public spaces like staircases, escalators, and public transportation. They are used for support and balance by countless individuals each day. However, handrails ...

Even if you clean your kitchen every week, there's still one spot that you may be missing. It's small but touched often, so ...

Germs are all over common restaurant surfaces, but this one item tops them all. Here's how to protect yourself from getting sick.

Staying healthy in today's world means being aware of the germs around you. It's hard to avoid touching certain things in public, but you can protect yourself by sanitizing afterward. Whether you're ...

Most people are blissfully unaware of their unhygienic habits and unsanitary behaviors on a day-to-day basis, according to a report titled "The Dirty Truth," commissioned by Vital Vio. Whether it's ...

“Free weights, dumbbells, barbells, and cardio machine handles are the germiest surfaces in a gym,” Reynolds said. “One study found cold viruses on more than half of gym equipment.” The grips on ...

Public hand dryers, often seen as hygienic, actually blast restroom air filled with bacteria and fecal matter onto freshly ...

Discover the surprising hotel room items you’re unknowingly risking your health by touching—and why housekeeping shortcuts ...

College students beware: your campus is a breeding ground for swine flu germs. Sept. 1, 2009 — -- Forget about good grades and securing a date for homecoming, college students heading back to ...