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The germiest spots in your office

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The germiest spots in your office

Germaphobes…you may want to sit this one out!

Huff Post listed the nine germiest spots in your office…and they are:

Door handles They’re usually the germiest spot because everyone touches them so it’s a good idea to get in the habit of using hand sanitizer when you get to your desk and to your car.

Your keyboard There are over 3,000 microscopic organisms living in every square inch of the average keyboard (!).

Your desk It’s covered with your own germs plus any you pick up on your hands and arms.  Don’t assume a janitor or cleaning crew is taking care of it…wipe it down with a disinfectant spray every now and then.

The microwave and fridge Again, everyone touches the handles and buttons.  You’re probably about to eat so wash your hands first.

The water cooler The spot you touch has germs on it but they could be lurking in the water, too.  A few studies have found those water tanks aren’t always cleaned regularly.

Elevator buttons More touch points that get a lot of traffic.  Think about using your knuckle instead of the tip of your finger or buy one of those keychains that let you open doors and hit buttons without touching them.

Vending machines They’re even worse than elevator buttons because they have more nooks and crannies that are hard to clean.

The bathroom Again, they’re not cleaned as much, or as well as you might think so you probably shouldn’t be using your phone in there.

Your phone All the germs and bacteria you pick up from those other eight spots eventually end up on your phone, too!

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