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Bathroom Germs Directory
If you think you're bathroom might be germy, you're probably right. Many bacteria and viruses thrive in this type of environment unless you use disinfecting cleaners frequently. It's vital to wash your hands well often, but especially after visiting the restroom. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about how germs survive, what germs are found in the bathroom, and much more.
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Flu Prevention Strategies
Nervous about catching the flu this season? Try these key strategies for flu prevention.
Stop the Spread of Cold and Flu Germs
Tips for preventing the spread of cold and flu germs; how to save yourself and protect others.
How to Prepare for Colds and Flu
Before cold and flu season hits, stock your pantry and your medicine cabinet with sick-day supplies
How Can I Keep From Getting Colds or the Flu?
This cold and flu season, use these tips, like washing your hands and getting a flu shot, to stay healthy.
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Germs in the Bathroom
Changing a few habits and doing some spring cleaning around the calendar can help keep your bathroom sterile. Check out these 10 tips.
Bathroom Germs You Really Can Catch
What are the real bathroom germs lurking behind your sink -- and how can you combat them?
6 Ways to Avoid Catching a Flu or Cold at Home
Use these tips to stop the spread of colds or the flu when someone in your house gets sick.
The Germiest Places in Your Community
Which types of public places are especially likely to harbor cold and flu germs? Check out this list.
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How and When to Wash Your Hands
Which sex is the worst about washing up? Why is it so important? We’ve got the dirty truth on how and when to wash your hands.
Video: What Do You Do to Avoid Getting Sick?
When it’s cold and flu season, you want to avoid it as much as possible. But what are some positive things to do keep yourself healthy?
How to Keep Your Child From Getting Sick at Daycare
Block contagious bugs crawling around your child’s daycare. Get tips to keep you and your little one from feeling under the weather.
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Beat Germs All Over the House
Time for some housecleaning! See how to clean and get rid of germs in your kitchen, bathroom, and everywhere else in your house.
Bust Your Clutter Hotspots
Is clutter driving you crazy? Try these simple tips to clear 8 common clutter hotspots in your home.
Gross Things in Your House
Your house is full of bacteria -- some of them in surprising places. Click through to find out where.