germs
The New Lawsuit Against Sephora Is Probably Bullshit
The chances of contracting herpes from a lipstick sample—and proving it—are extremely low.
How Nasty Is It to Cook Food in a Dirty Microwave?
Let's assess the risks of those rock-hard leftover bits.
Study Finds Starbucks Door Handles Are Dirtier than Subway Poles
The findings probably says more about the bacterial melting pot of New York City at large than about your neighborhood coffee shop.
Produce Pulled from Trader Joe's and Whole Foods Due to Listeria Scare
The recalled products were also pulled from Albertson's, Meijer, and Walmart stores throughout the US and Canada.
Your Nasty Old Kitchen Sponge Could Give You Diarrhea
"If bacteria went to heaven, it would be a sponge."
Cultural Traditions Are Fueling the Spread of a Rare Tuberculosis Strain
Poverty is also a factor, but customs like eating raw meat and drinking blood are not helping.
Do I Really Need to Wash My Hands Every Time I Pee?
We can all afford to be more eco-conscious, but the bathroom is not the place to cut back.
Do I Really Need to Wash My Hands Every Time I Pee?
We can all afford to be more eco-conscious, but the bathroom is not the place to cut back.
Your Produce Is About to Get a Lot Safer to Eat
You'll probably see way fewer food recalls in the future.
Is It Worse to Sit or Squat on a Public Toilet?
When nature calls, your bladder doesn't care that the only stall looks like a neglected stable.
Do I Really Need to Bother Washing My Produce?
Millions of Americans acquire foodborne illnesses each year.