The living room or family room gets lots of use by everyone in the house and guests. We snack there, play with pets there, put our feet up to rest there, and handle lots of remote controls to control entertainment systems. It’s a place to gather and share everything, including bacteria.\n

One of the biggest culprits in the living room are those remote controls. Does everyone have clean hands? Lots of illness-producing bacteria and viruses can cling to those surfaces. Take time to clean them with a disinfectant wipe approved for electronics.\n

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Your Bedrooms\n
Bedrooms are where we retire to rest and restore our bodies. Unfortunately, they are filled with\u00a0dangers\u00a0that not only affect your sleep but also your health.\n
The biggest culprit is your bedding. Pillows and mattresses that are not cleaned properly are filled with particles of the skin cells we shed and the dust mites that feed on that skin. The mites can produce a severe allergic reaction for many.\u00a0Sheets\u00a0that are not washed often and correctly contain bacteria like Salmonella and E.coli that can cause infections and spread illness.\n
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Food Handling\n
Foodborne illnesses are among the most common health hazards in our lives. For most people, they give a few hours of digestive upset but they can cause serious problems and even death.\n
While some of the food we purchase is not safe, most of the issues arise if food is not\u00a0cooked and handled safely\u00a0once we get it home.\u00a0Improper temperatures, storage, washing, and cross-contamination are particularly dangerous to children and anyone with compromised immune systems.\n
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Your Kitchen\n
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In addition to food safety, there are other\u00a0hazards in the kitchen\u00a0as well. Sinks, drain openings, and garbage disposals that are not cleaned regularly are a petri dish of bacteria of\u00a0some type of coliform bacteria including E.coli.\n
Each time you use any type of cutting board, microscopic cuts are formed that can harbor bacteria. It is particularly important to use separate boards for produce and meats to avoid cross-contamination.\n
Even the cleaning tools you use can do more harm than good. Sponges and dishcloths can harbor Salmonella and E.coli and using them to wipe down\u00a0kitchen counters simply spreads the bacteria. Proper and frequent cleaning is a must.\n
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Your Garage\n
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An\u00a0attached garage\u00a0can cause problems if solvents, paints, pesticides and automotive products are stored there. Leaking or corroded containers cause the chemicals to react with the air and become less stable and more corrosive. Any opened containers should be stored in a ventilated space that is not connected to your living spaces.\n
Carbon monoxide from fuel combustion is undetectable to the nose and is a silent killer. If cars are running in the garage or tools that burn petroleum fuels being used, keep all doors and windows open to increase airflow.\n
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Older Building Materials\n
Fortunately, we’ve learned a great deal about the dangers of home building materials. However, if you live in an older home it is vital to be on the lookout for older, unsafe materials.\n
Nearly all homes built before 1940 contain lead paint. As long as the lead paint is not chipping or peeling and has been coated several times with latex paint, it is safe. Do not try to remove or sand down lead-painted surfaces without proper protective ventilation masks.\n
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Lead plumbing pipes:\u00a0Lead from old pipes will leach into water systems and can cause poisoning. Children and those with compromised immune systems are most vulnerable.\n
Vinyl flooring:\u00a0In homes built before 1972, most vinyl tile flooring contains asbestos. If this flooring is cracked or you attempt to remove it, asbestos is released into the air.\n
Asbestos:\u00a0Asbestos wasn’t banned from home building materials like insulation until\u00a0the late 1970s. If the material is still in good shape and not crumbling, it is not particularly dangerous. The problems come when it is damaged or removed and the particles fly into the air. Consult a professional before removing any asbestos.\n
Wall-to-Wall Carpet\n
Wall-to-wall carpet is comforting in a bedroom or living space but it is also a bacteria and dirt magnet. For those with allergies, the dust, dust mites, pet dander in the carpet can cause breathing issues and skin conditions. Hardwood floors with\u00a0washable throw rugs\u00a0produce many fewer irritants.\n
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source: thespruce.com\n
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