Reusable Grocery Bags: Carry harmful bacteria and viruses, but washing them in hot water after each use can reduce pathogen levels significantly.
Germ Hot Spots Vacuum Cleaners: Vacuum cleaner attachments harbor fecal bacteria and other germs, but using a disinfectant spray can kill up to 100% of germs before they spread.
Shower Curtain Liners: Moisture-loving bacteria breed on damp shower curtains, but regularly washing them with warm, soapy water can halt their growth.
Germ Hot Spots: Spice Jars: Spice jars, even those tucked in a cupboard, can be contaminated with illness-causing bacteria, but wiping them down weekly with a disinfectant can mitigate this.
Office Armchairs: Office chair arms and desk tops harbor more germs than a computer mouse, but daily cleaning with disinfectant wipes can significantly reduce pathogen exposure.
Germ Hot Spots Pet Bowls: Pet food and water dishes contain millions of illness-causing germs, but washing daily in dishwasher with hot, soapy water can decrease germ levels.
Kitchen Sponges and Dishcloths: Kitchen sponges and dishcloths are breeding grounds for bacteria, but regular sanitation methods.