Did you know that your warm home can be a “breeder of bacteria”? Some types of germs and bacteria that exist in the house can cause illness, including: Staphylococcus aureus (staph), yeast and mold, E. coli, Salmonella. Join us  to find out where these bacteria and germs can “hide” the most in the house to clean, disinfect and protect the health of the whole family!

1. Kitchen

More than 75% of sponges and dish rags have Salmonella and E. Coli lurking in them, and think about it, how many dishes and dishes do you use this dishwashing sponge to wash. Therefore, it is necessary to pay special attention to washing these dishwashers with hot water! In addition, other kitchen items that need regular cleaning are cutting boards, coffee makers, refrigerators, especially uncooked and unwashed food contact areas, such as sinks and countertops. kitchen table.

Let us tell you some “tricks” to keep kitchen items clean:

• Use disinfectant wipes and water to clean faucets, refrigerator surfaces, and countertops.
• Heat the sponge in the microwave for one minute to kill bacteria.
• Replace dish towels every 2-3 days. You can wash old towels, dry them in the sun to reuse.
• Wash your hands before and after touching or handling food, especially raw foods.

2. Door handles, handles and switches of electrical appliances

Door handles, refrigerator handles, microwave oven handles, light switches, and air conditioners are ideal hiding places for germs. You should clean these areas once a week with disinfecting wipes. Just like dish towels, wash them with hot water and dry them in the sun so you can use them again next time.

 

3. Makeup bag, makeup tools

Makeup bags and beauty tools are also a favorite place for germs, especially those tiny makeup bags that you often bring with you when you go out on the street. Germs that live on your makeup can cause skin and eye infections.

To keep your makeup kit clean, make sure it’s stored in a cool, dry space at room temperature. With makeup brushes, you can wash them once a week with regular soap and water, or use a brush cleaning solution if possible. Makeup artists recommend that you don’t use unopened cosmetics after 6 months, and don’t wear eye makeup if you have an eye infection.

4. Bathrooms

The place where you clean the dirt on your body will definitely have a lot of bacteria living there. Humidity from every corner of the bathroom is the perfect environment for a lot of bacteria to thrive. According to research, Salmonella and E. Coli bacteria appear on the shower handle. Therefore, you need to scrub the entire bathroom such as the floor, toilet, sink, shower handle, lock the water with disinfectant thoroughly at least once a week. Keeping the bathroom clean and dry is one of the health protections for the whole family! You should also change your towels regularly, and your toothbrush every three to four months.

5. Laundry room

Wet laundry left in the washing machine even for a short period of time can allow germs to grow quickly. The best way to prevent bacteria is to dry or dry your clothes immediately after washing. If you leave your clothes in the washing machine after 30 minutes, maybe you should wash them again!

6. Office and living room

Computer keyboards, phones and tablets or TV remotes are often shared by many family members and guests, so they are home to many bacteria and molds. In particular, doormats are the most likely to accumulate germs due to contact with water and dirt from many people’s feet. Therefore, you should use disinfecting wipes to clean the surfaces of items in the room and vacuum the doormat once a week to ensure that the living room and office are always clean.

7. Pets

Your pets love to roam around, so they can also bring germs and bacteria into your home from the street. You can prevent your pet from becoming a “conduit” for dirt by bathing or wiping its paws before you let them in. Every day, clean pet food and water bowls with warm, soapy water, then soak in bleach. Every month, also schedule cleaning their toys with soap.

8. Personal items

You can bring germs from outside into your home through your shoes, bags, and even headphones. The items with the most bacteria hiding are: cell phones, keys, wallets and money, lunch boxes.

To reduce the amount of bacteria clinging to you, practice these good habits: take off your shoes before entering the house, clean your phone often, wash your lunch box with warm water, wash your hands often with soap and water. 20-30 seconds to get rid of germs and avoid illness.