It's been said that closing the toilet lid before flushing can prevent the spread of all germs, by keeping any flush-produced mist in the bowl. But a new study refutes that, showing that tiny viral ...

Just like the great debate over which way the toilet paper roll goes, there is a similar spat over flushing: lid open or closed? Scientists have weighed in with their own woeful conclusion: Neither is ...

Stunning new video of bright green “toilet plume” particles highlight an invisible phenomenon that's easy to ignore, but might deserve more of your attention. University of Colorado Boulder engineers ...

Today, we learned that a steering wheel has more germs than a toilet seat. After years of using Purell to hand-sanitize our way to good hygiene, this was the straw that broke the camels back. Why?

When entering public restrooms, it's hard not to dwell on what germs previous users have left behind in the toilet bowl. Imagine, instead, a self-cleaning system that doesn't require a brightly ...

Catching an Uber or Lyft has become ultra-convenient for millions of Americans. But you should know, you're likely jumping into the backseat of a ride filled with germs. A new study finds rideshares ...

Keeping cleaning supplies accessible is important to ensure they actually get used, but with this trick, they won't detract ...

Should You Leave the Toilet Seat Up or Down? First, it's comforting to know that leaving the toilet seat up or down during the day is a relatively low-stakes topic. Family medicine physician Dr.