Dishcloths, keyboards, and door handles are well-known bacteria hotspots. But have you considered the germs breeding in your everyday handbag?
You carry your handbag everywhere, setting it on floors and tossing in everything from cash and your phone to food wrappers you can't discard right away.
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Research confirms that the average handbag harbors multiple bacteria types, including the fecal bacterium E. coli and Staphylococcus (staph), commonly detected in studies.
A strong immune system offers protection against these microbes. Still, regularly empty and shake out your bag, and clean the exterior thoroughly. Consult the retailer where you bought it for safe cleaning products to avoid damage.
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