Most people see their kitchen as a clean space for preparing meals. Yet, some common kitchen items and areas can harbor more bacteria than a toilet seat. Studies have shown that the average kitchen ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. You might want to think twice before brining your phone into the bathroom. (Getty Images) How many times a day do you touch your ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Your bath towel and bath mat need frequent washing to prevent bacteria buildup, but what about your hand ...

Kitchens can harbor all sorts of germs and bacteria. These can arrive via humans, pets, uncooked food or even plants, meaning that a high proportion of foodborne infections are acquired directly ...

Proper house cleaning involves more than just mopping floors and dusting furniture. Have you thought about the carpets, curtains, and other textiles we use in our homes? We've previously discussed the ...

It’s easy to overlook the need to wash your water filter pitcher when you’re only ever filling it up with water. After all, how dirty can it get? But just like reusable water bottles, pitchers can be ...

With winter's drier air, people start using humidifiers. Manufacturers recommend cleaning them every day. But according to an informal Consumer Reports' poll, one in four people admitted to cleaning ...

It’s that time of the year. Vacations, outdoor activities, and the summer sun shining bright. With summer also comes some uninvited guests. Not the boastful uncle, but bacteria. These microscopic ...

A new study finds airports are breeding grounds for germs and bacteria. Website Travelmath.com sent a microbiologist to find out just how dirty airports and airplanes can be. The microbiologist took ...

How many times a day do you touch your phone? It’s pretty easy to lose count, as it seems like our cell phones never leave our side—even when we use the bathroom. You might want to rethink your toilet ...