Hand-washing works One major point the COVID-19 pandemic helped drive home is how important it is to wash your hands. Washing your hands is essential to good hygiene and stopping germs from spreading.

Bacteria are lurking on your sponge, your pet’s toys and your tea towels. Here’s what the research says - and how to protect ...

We all know that high-touch surfaces are everywhere in our homes—light switches, doorknobs, countertops, remote controls, and even your phone. These tricky spots can become magnets for germs and ...