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Common places to find bacteria in our homes

 Kitchen sink

 Your toothbrush

 Anything that is continuously touched by

many people. E.g. money, door handles, TV

remote, computer mouses and keyboards.

 The bathroom tab

 Dustbin

 The floor

 Under our shoes and footwear soles

Protecting Yourself from Germs

Lots of germs are harmless, many are

even good for your health. But you can

help protect yourself from those that

are harmful by keeping your hands clean with soap. Your

hands transfer bacteria and viruses to your eyes, nose, and mouth.

They can also transfer germs to others.