Toothbrushes, showerheads 'teeming' with viruses
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•The two areas of your bathroom that are 'teeming' with viruses
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Scientists from Northeastern University found 614 unique viruses living on showerheads and toothbrushes.
Almost 75 per cent of the viruses found were discovered on toothbrushing.
Each showerhead and toothbrush is like 'its own little island' with very little similarity between the two .
Scientists say this is because the water in these areas makes a perfect home for microorganisms.
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