Watch out if you don't put the toilet seat down before flushing, because nasty bacteria are hanging in the air. Flushing the toilet sends a plume of tiny water droplets up into the air surrounding it.

Every time you press that flush handle with the toilet seat raised, an invisible explosion occurs that most people never witness. Scientists have discovered that this seemingly harmless daily routine ...

Toilet plume sounds like it should be the most popular DIY trend on Pinterest. Adorn that plain ol’ toilet with a collection of decorative feathers for an elevated pooping experience! Unfortunately, ...

Bathrooms are a breeding ground for bacteria, making it essential to find ways to keep this high-traffic space as clean as possible. While most people agree that toilets harbor germs, there's an ...

For most healthy people, yes – sitting on a public toilet seat is low-risk. But you can wipe it with an alcohol wipe, or use ...

Your toothbrush might be your oral hygiene hero, but it could also be a hidden hub for germs—including bacteria from toilet flushes. Every time you flush, microscopic particles from the toilet bowl ...

How toilet water sprays when we flush - carrying potentially deadly germs into the air - has been revealed in a series of experiments. Scientists say the 'invisible plume' - containing microscopic ...

We break down what really happens when you flush with the lid up (hello, aerosol plume 😷), and why it matters more than you ...

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.