Germs Are On Everything In Your Office
Germaphobes, this article is not for you. No matter how much cleaning of things you do, germs are still everywhere. At home, outside, in your office. Everywhere. Workplaces have changed for a lot of people since Covid, a lot of people now work from home so their just passing their own grossness onto themselves. For those of us that go into an office everyday, with other disgusting humans, things are a lot dirtier.
For my grade school science fair project I ran a test to see which room in the house had the most germs. The living room, bathroom and the kitchen were my test subjects. Using a Petri dish, cotton swab and two to three weeks of patience, the results showed it was the kitchen that had the most. That makes sense with all the uncooked food that is in there at times, and you may be a less fastidious kitchen cleaner compared to the bathroom. That was just from a family of five. In an office there can range from 15-100+ people working together and touching stuff.
The Huffington Post did a little research to find the most germ infested things in an office setting. Click the link for the full article. Here are a few of their findings:
Door handles – Remember when you didn’t think twice about touching a door handle or door knob, then COVID happened and early on we didn’t know how long it lived on the metal?
Your keyboard – Of course. You’ve basically created new society in your keyboard from all the typing you do. How often do you really clean your keyboard?
The microwave and fridge – As if the office microwave and refrigerator aren’t already gross enough.
Vending machines – Not only are the vending machines ripping you off for a bag of chips, but they’re also covered everyone else’s bacteria!
Maybe a hand sanitizer or Clorox wipes purchase may be in order for your desk.
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Cold sweats or Chills
Chills and cold sweats can be uncomfortable. Chills feel like a sudden wave of cold running through your body, making you shiver. Cold sweats, on the other hand, are when you start sweating but your skin feels cold and damp instead of warm. Some people may not immediately associate these symptoms with something serious. They might attribute them to temporary factors such as being in a cold environment or wearing too many layers of clothing. People may underestimate the significance of cold sweats or chills, especially if they are not accompanied by other noticeable symptoms. They may assume it’s just a passing discomfort that doesn’t require medical attention.
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Fever
When you have a fever, your body temperature rises above its normal range, which is typically around 98.6°F (37°C). Fevers can vary in severity and may range from mild to high-grade, depending on the underlying cause. Sometimes, people ignore a fever for a few reasons. They might think it’s just a common cold or flu and believe it’ll go away on its own. It’s important to remember that a fever can be a sign that the body is fighting an infection or an underlying health condition.
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Body Aches
When you experience body aches, you may feel soreness, tenderness, or a general sense of discomfort in your muscles, joints, or other areas. People may dismiss body aches because they may think it’s just a normal part of everyday life and not something to be concerned about. Some may believe their body aches are due to factors like physical exertion, tiredness, or overexertion during exercise. Also, if someone has experienced them before and they have resolved on their own.
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Green Mucus
Some people may believe that the color of mucus is not a reliable indicator of an illness. While green mucus can be associated with certain infections or respiratory conditions, it’s not always a definite sign of a serious problem. People may assume that it’s normal and will resolve on its own.
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Serious Cough
This kind of cough can disrupt your daily life, mess with your sleep, and leave you feeling exhausted. People ignore serious coughs for a few reasons. Some think it’ll go away on its own or believe it’s just a minor issue like a cold or allergies. Others worry about the cost or hassle of going to the doctor. There’s also the fear of getting a serious diagnosis that can make people hesitant to seek help.
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