Tag: Staphylococcus

According to a study by home safety nonprofit SafeHome, your shower curtain and floor can carry up to 60 times more bacteria than a toilet seat, debunking the common myth about what part of the bathroom has the most germs. Other moisture-rich and frequently touched areas also pose significant germ risks.

Research has shown that the area under your fingernails, known as the subungual space, can harbor hundreds of bacterial colonies, far more than the rest of your hand. Understanding **what kind of bacteria live under your fingernails** is the first step toward effective hygiene and preventing the spread of germs.