Whether it was at a restaurant or in a bathroom stall, you probably plopped your purse or bag on the floor for just a moment today. But that is all it takes to put your health at risk.
Floors and countertops are often contaminated with germs that cause colds, stomach problems, and eye infections. Those germs get on your hands so when you touch your eyes or mouth, they can invade your body, increasing your chances for illness.
To minimize your exposure, hang your purse on a door latch or hook when you are in a bathroom stall, and place it on your lap when you can. Wipe down your bag once a week with a disinfecting cloth.
(Shape magazine - Nov-2008)
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