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Finally! A microbiologist settles the debate on whether you need to keep the toilet lid down when you're not on the pot.

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Although it is one of the worst kitchen items to clean, cleaning your microwave can prevent icky odors and drips that could ...

(THE CONVERSATION) Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends and feasting. However, amid the joy of gathering and indulging in delicious food, it is essential to keep food safety in mind. Foodborne ...

Children are vulnerable to various infections due to developing immune systems. Common infections include gastrointestinal, ...

To clear everything out, run a daily water-only brew cycle through the machine. Make sure there's enough water in the reservoir and that the pod chamber is empty. You can run any cup size cycle you ...

Sometimes, infections can crop up from every day items - windshield wiper fluid in this case. Dr Sundermann explains how contamination can get you sick.

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Another case of Vibrio vulnificus, the so-called "flesh-eating bacteria," has been reported in Florida. Here's how to protect ...

Need to mop your kitchen floors? Don't even think about touching that vinegar! This nifty cleaning chemical is the only ...

Most of us are in the habit of washing our fruits before eating them, but does running grapes under cold water for a few ...