As you do, consider areas where germs accumulate that are usually missed during routine cleans.
In the kitchen, people often get sick from contact withSalmonellaorE.
These can spread through surface contact, and some bacteria can survive on household surfaces for weeks to months.
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Molds and mildews also occur in damp and moist places, Vyas said.
These can cause reactions that have serious side effects, Noble explained.
Two common groups of household molds known to cause respiratory distress areStachybotrysspecies…andAspergillusspecies, she said.
The latter, she added, can cause lung conditions and allergic reactions.
Noble said, People get confused about what to use where.
But you probably dont need to stock up new cleaning products for your spring cleaning routine.
You should wear gloves when working with harsh chemicals, which can penetrate the skin and cause irritation.
Bacteria, fungi, and molds can thrive in hard-to-reach corners of the home and eventually make you sick.
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