Tag: norovirus
The Dirty Truth About Toilet Seats: What You Really Need to...
Public bathrooms can feel like a germ minefield. From splattered seats to lingering odors, it’s no wonder people go to great lengths to avoid...
Trapped by a Wildfire: How to Escape
Wildfires are an ever-present danger in some areas, but experts offer ways to mitigate risk and improve survival chances. Jon Heggie, a seasoned firefighter...
Why You Should Never Sit on a Public Toilet Seat
Public toilets are a breeding ground for bacteria, and while it’s unlikely you’ll catch a severe disease just from sitting on a toilet seat,...
Your Toothbrush Might Be Covered in Poop—Here’s What to Do About...
Brace yourself: if your toothbrush lives anywhere near your toilet, you might be brushing with more than just minty freshness. Yep—floating poop particles are...
Why Norovirus Keeps Hitting Cruise Ships — and How You Can...
Cruise vacations promise relaxation, adventure, and all-you-can-eat buffets — but in recent months, many passengers have also faced an unwelcome guest: norovirus. With 16...
Cruise Ship Norovirus Outbreak Strikes Again
A norovirus outbreak has struck the luxury cruise ship Queen Mary 2, sickening over 224 passengers and 17 crew members, according to the Centers...
The 3 Things You Must Do To Avoid A Stomach Flu
Stomach flu is the stuff of nightmares. Not horror-stricken nightmares, but messy, smelly, potentially painful nightmares… the ones which require a good cleanup afterward....
For The First Time Ever, Chipotle Is Losing Millions
Chipotle is one of America's most beloved fast-food chains. Since it opened its doors in 2006, Chipotle's popularity has been soaring. However, likely due...
More Norovirus At Chipotle
Just when Chipotle thought it was out of the foodborne illness woods — more norovirus. This time, trouble hit Chipotle in Billerica, Massachusetts, where...
Daring Boston Health Inspector Dines at Chipotle Linked to Norovirus Outbreak
William “Buddy” Christopher, a health inspector from the City of Boston Inspectional Services Department orders up a meal at the Cleveland Circle Chipotle weeks...










