Home Bacteria
Did you know that 30% of buildings worldwide are considered sick, causing building occupants to experience acute health and comfort effects when they spend time indoors? One of the causes of this is the accumulation and duplication of harmful microbes either in the air or in other innocent-looking surfaces like sinks, tables, and walls. To name just a few bacteria found at home, check out the following:
Salmonella - found in raw meat and food products and can cause diarrhea, gastroenteritis, and typhoid fever.
Cladosporium - a common fungus that is usually associated with plants, leather goods, and wood products. It may be hidden in places such as the backside of a dry wall, wallpaper, or paneling. This can cause respiratory problems and allergic reactions.
Shigella - 10 shigella bacteria make up an infection, which can be passed through direct contact with bacteria in the stool. People may get infected if they come in contact with anything contaminated by the stool from an infected person.
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